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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Russia, the story follows Pelageya Nilovna Vlasova, a factory worker facing the dual struggles of poverty and domestic abuse. After her abusive husband dies, she is left to raise their son, Pavel, who initially mirrors his father's vices. However, Pavel's engagement in revolutionary activities inspires Nilovna to confront her own ignorance and join the movement, highlighting her transformation from a victim to a pivotal figure in the fight for change. The novel explores themes of resilience, motherhood, and political awakening.
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The Mother, Maxim Gorki
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- 2022
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- Title
- The Mother
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Maxim Gorki
- Publisher
- Pharos Books Private Limited
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 462
- ISBN13
- 9789355461230
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, Politics, Russia, Russian Literature, Communism, Revolution, Injustice
- Original title
- Mat'
- Rating
- 4.15 out of 5
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- Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Russia, the story follows Pelageya Nilovna Vlasova, a factory worker facing the dual struggles of poverty and domestic abuse. After her abusive husband dies, she is left to raise their son, Pavel, who initially mirrors his father's vices. However, Pavel's engagement in revolutionary activities inspires Nilovna to confront her own ignorance and join the movement, highlighting her transformation from a victim to a pivotal figure in the fight for change. The novel explores themes of resilience, motherhood, and political awakening.