Gorky, Maksim

Maksim Gorky was a Russian writer and political thinker born in 1868, known for his powerful stories depicting the struggles of poor and oppressed people. His real name was Aleksei Maksimovich Peshkov. Gorky’s works highlighted social injustice and influenced revolutionary movements, especially in Soviet Russia. He also played a significant role in promoting socialist ideas through literature and journalism. Gorky’s writing style combined realism with emotional depth, making complex social issues accessible to a broad audience. He remains an important figure in Russian literary and political history for his advocacy of social change and his contributions to modern Russian literature.