Maxim Gorky

Focusing on the life and literary contributions of Maxim Gorky, this biographical work by Emile Joseph Dillon examines Gorky's journey from poverty to prominence as a writer and activist. It highlights his struggles, political beliefs, and significant involvement in the 1905 Russian Revolution. Dillon offers a critical analysis of Gorky's notable works, such as The Lower Depths and Mother, while contextualizing them within the social and political climate of his time. This insightful account captures the essence of one of Russia's most influential literary figures.