Maxim Gorky, whose real name was Alexei Maximovich Peshkov, was a renowned Russian writer, playwright, and political activist. He was born on March 28, 1868, in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, and died on June 18, 1936, in Moscow.
Gorky rose to prominence as a writer during the late 19th and early 20th centuries and became one of the most significant figures in Russian literature. He is often referred to as the ‘founder of socialist realism’ due to his pioneering efforts in depicting the lives of the working class and portraying social and political issues in his works.
Some of Gorky’s most notable works include:
‘My Childhood’ (1913)
‘In the World’ (1906)
‘My Apprenticeship’ (1915)
‘Mother’ (1906)
‘The Lower Depths’ (play, 1902)
‘The Life of a Useless Man’ (play, 1906)
‘The Man Who Was Afraid’ (1901)
Gorky’s works often explore themes such as poverty, social injustice, the struggle for human dignity, and the quest for personal and societal transformation. His writing style is characterized by its realism, vivid character portrayals, and deep empathy for the downtrodden.
In addition to his literary contributions, Gorky was also actively involved in political and social activism, advocating for social reform and the rights of the working class. He had a significant impact on Russian and Soviet literature and remains a towering figure in the history of Russian
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