MOTHER (Russian Literature Classic)
Enriched edition. A Revolutionary Russian ClassicBy Maxim Gorky
Length16h 57m
About this audiobook
Maxim Gorky's 'Mother' is a timeless Russian literature classic that delves into the themes of class struggle, political activism, and the human spirit. Written in a straightforward and powerful prose style, the novel follows the journey of the protagonist, a working-class woman named Pelageya Nilovna, as she becomes involved in revolutionary movements in Tsarist Russia. Gorky's vivid descriptions and detailed character development provide a rich literary context that immerses the reader in the societal and political climate of the time. Maxim Gorky, a prominent figure in Russian literature and a key proponent of socialist realism, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a lower-class individual to write 'Mother.' His deep understanding of the struggles and aspirations of the working class shines through in the novel, making it a poignant and thought-provoking read for those interested in social justice and political activism. I highly recommend 'Mother' to readers who appreciate classic literature that explores the human condition with depth and sincerity. Gorky's masterpiece offers a profound insight into the challenges faced by the working class and serves as a compelling commentary on the power dynamics of society.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (21.9K)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing, Amazon, StoryGraph
GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length16 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1MOTHER
26CHAPTER XX
2Introduction
27PART II
3Synopsis
28CHAPTER I
4Historical Context
29CHAPTER II
5Author Biography
30CHAPTER III
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6PART I
31CHAPTER IV
7CHAPTER I
32CHAPTER V
8CHAPTER II
33CHAPTER VI
9CHAPTER III
34CHAPTER VII
10CHAPTER IV
35CHAPTER VIII
11CHAPTER V
36CHAPTER IX
12CHAPTER VI
37CHAPTER X
13CHAPTER VII
38CHAPTER XI
14CHAPTER VIII
39CHAPTER XII
15CHAPTER IX
40CHAPTER XIII
16CHAPTER X
41CHAPTER XIV
17CHAPTER XI
42CHAPTER XV
18CHAPTER XII
43CHAPTER XVI
19CHAPTER XIII
44CHAPTER XVII
20CHAPTER XIV
45CHAPTER XVIII
21CHAPTER XV
46CHAPTER XIX
22CHAPTER XVI
47Analysis
23CHAPTER XVII
48Reflection
24CHAPTER XVIII
49Memorable Quotes
25CHAPTER XIX
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