Mother
Mother
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • Early 1900s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Mother by Maxim Gorky follows the journey of a woman who becomes aware of social injustices through her son's involvement in a revolutionary movement. Set in pre-revolutionary Russia, the story explores themes of awakening and activism as the mother embraces her role in fighting for workers' rights and social change.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Inspirational
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mother by Maxim Gorky is praised for its vivid portrayal of proletarian struggle and moral resilience. Critics commend its emotional depth and historical insight into early 20th-century Russia. However, some find the prose dense and the ideology overly didactic. Overall, it captivates with its heartfelt narrative despite occasional heavy-handedness.
Who Should Read Mother?
A reader who would enjoy Mother by Maxim Gorky likely appreciates social realism and revolutionary themes. They may also enjoy works like The Jungle by Upton Sinclair or Germinal by Émile Zola, which similarly explore class struggles, labor rights, and societal reform through compelling narratives.
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • Early 1900s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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