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Maxim Gorky
1890s–1930s
'Maxim Gorky was a Russian writer known for socially conscious literature.'
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Fiction, Social Realism
Russian
Russia
Voices of the working class
About the Author
Maxim Gorky was a Russian author and political thinker whose writing reflected social injustice and human struggle. Maxim Gorky’s work focused on the lives of the poor, the oppressed, and the working class in pre-revolutionary Russia. His writing style combined realism with emotional intensity, giving voice to those often ignored by society. Maxim Gorky played a significant role in shaping socialist realism in literature. Beyond fiction, he was also involved in political and cultural movements. Maxim Gorky’s work remains important for its honest portrayal of hardship, resilience, and the human spirit in times of social upheaval.
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