Description
Maxim Gorky's Foma Gordeyev plunges into the turbulent world of late 19th-century Russia, chronicling the life of a young man grappling with his peasant roots and burgeoning revolutionary ideals. As Foma navigates a society rife with inequality and oppression, he confronts the stark realities of the proletariat and the vagabond, questioning the very foundations of his existence. This powerful narrative explores profound themes of freedom, misery, and defiance against a backdrop of social upheaval. Gorky's unflinching portrayal of the outcast and his courageous voice resonate throughout this enduring masterpiece of Russian literature.
Available Editions
paperback
Century Bookbindery
Published Jan 1, 1981
264 pages
ISBN: 9780899842370
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Details
First Published
1899
Language
rus
Translation
From: rus
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Foma Gordeyev by Maxim Gorky.