Gorky's Mother

Mother is one of Gorky's most famous works, a classic in the history of Russian literature in the 19th century, and also a milestone in the history of world literature. This novel tells the story of the protagonist, Nora Samothresku, who was born in a poor family and eventually became a successful female leader and social actician through hard work and intelligence. The novel depicted the life, thoughts, beliefs, and values of people from all walks of life in Russian society based on Nora's growth experience. Through Nora's perspective, Gorky profoundly revealed the injustice and equality of Russian society at that time, and discussed the status and rights of women as well as the complexity and variety of human nature. Mother's novel not only caused a sensation in Russia at that time, but also occupied an important position in the history of world literature. It was not only one of Gorky's representative works, but also an indispensable classic in the history of world literature.