Mother

’Mother’ by Maxim Gorky is a timeless masterpiece of Russian literature that delves into the lives of ordinary people during a period of political upheaval. The novel follows the journey of Pelageya Nilovna, a simple, downtrodden woman whose awakening to the injustices around her leads her to embrace the revolutionary cause. From a meek housewife, she sheds her fear and steps into the fight for justice. Pelageya’s love for her son fuels her courage to face brutality and hardship. Can a mother’s unwavering spirit change the tide of a nation?
＂Mother＂ is considered one of the foundational texts of Russian literature.