MOTHER

Jul 2026 · Abhishek Publications

Ebook

410

Pages

About this ebook

Mother by Maxim Gorky is a powerful social and political novel that portrays the awakening of a simple working-class woman into a symbol of courage, hope, and revolutionary spirit. Set in early 20th-century Russia, the novel follows Pelageya Nilovna, a timid and oppressed factory worker’s widow, whose life changes when her son Pavel becomes involved in the workers’ movement against injustice and exploitation.Through Pavel’s struggle and commitment to social change, the mother gradually overcomes fear, ignorance, and personal suffering. She begins to understand the hardships faced by workers and becomes an active supporter of their fight for dignity, equality, and freedom. Her transformation from a fearful woman into a brave messenger of revolutionary ideas forms the emotional heart of the story.First published in 1906, Mother is considered one of Maxim Gorky’s most influential works and a landmark of socialist realism. The novel explores themes of poverty, oppression, human resilience, sacrifice, and the power of collective action. With its vivid characters and deeply human message, the book remains an important work of world literature that reflects the struggles of ordinary people seeking justice and a better future.

Mother by Maxim Gorky is a powerful social and political novel that portrays the awakening of a simple working-class woman into a symbol of courage, hope, and revolutionary spirit. Set in early 20th-century Russia, the novel follows Pelageya Nilovna, a timid and oppressed factory worker’s widow, ...

Discover more

About the author

Maxim Gorky (1868–1936) was a renowned Russian writer, novelist, playwright, and social activist, widely regarded as one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century. Born as Alexei Maximovich Peshkov in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, he experienced poverty and hardship during his early life, which deeply influenced his writings and his focus on the struggles of ordinary people.

Gorky’s literary works often explored themes of social injustice, human dignity, poverty, and the desire for freedom. His powerful storytelling and realistic portrayal of working-class life earned him international recognition. His famous works include Mother (1906), The Lower Depths (1902), My Childhood (1913), and My Apprenticeship (1916).

Through his writings, Gorky became a strong voice for social reform and the rights of the oppressed. His novel Mother remains one of his most celebrated works and is considered a significant contribution to world literature. Maxim Gorky’s legacy continues through his influential role in shaping modern literary and social thought.

Maxim Gorky (1868–1936) was a renowned Russian writer, novelist, playwright, and social activist, widely regarded as one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century. Born as Alexei Maximovich Peshkov in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, he experienced poverty and hardship during his early...

Rate this ebook

Tell us what you think.

Reading information

Smartphones and tablets

Install the Google Play Books app for Android and iPad/iPhone. It syncs automatically with your account and allows you to read online or offline wherever you are.

Laptops and computers

You can listen to audiobooks purchased on Google Play using your computer's web browser.

eReaders and other devices

To read on e-ink devices like Kobo eReaders, you'll need to download a file and transfer it to your device. Follow the detailed Help Center instructions to transfer the files to supported eReaders.

Flag as inappropriate