Creatures That Once Were Men
By Maxim Gorky
Length6h 24m
About this audiobook
'Creatures That Once Were Men' by Maksim Gorky is a profound, thoughtful short story collection that explores the human tragedy and tribulations of the Russian underclass. The stories vividly depict the lives of social outcasts and vagabonds, emphasizing their struggle for survival, dignity, and kindness amid grave adversity. Gorky's portrayals are complemented by G.K. Chesterton's insightful commentary that adds greater depth to the underlying themes. The book presents a blend of poignant realism and social critique that exposes the harsh realities of life for the marginalized figures of society.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (412)
Includes Goodreads
GenreLiterary Classics
Length6 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 1, 2009
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Creatures That Once Were Men Part 1
2Creatures That Once Were Men Part 2
3Creatures That Once Were Men Part 2
4Twenty-Six Men and a Girl
5Chelkash An Episode
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6Chelkash Chapter 1
7Chelkash Chapter 2
8Chelkash Chapter 3
9My Fellow-Traveller
10On A Raft Chapter 1
11On A Raft Chapter 2
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