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Title: The Man Who Was Afraid

Note: Translation of Foma Gordeev.

Note: Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Martin Adamson, and David Widger

Summary: "The Man Who Was Afraid" by Maxim Gorky is a novel written during the late 19th century. The book centers around Ignat Gordyeeff, a complex character whose tumultuous life reflects the struggles and contradictions of the proletariat. Throughout the narrative, Gorky explores themes of identity, morality, and the pursuit of meaning in a harsh world, closely attaching the reader to Ignat’s overwhelming desires and fears. The opening of the novel introduces us to Ignat Gordyeeff, a once fortunate water-pumper turned wealthy merchant on the Volga. Described as strong and impulsive, Ignat embodies two conflicting natures: one driven by an insatiable greed for wealth and the other marked by a tempestuous inner life that leads him into bouts of debauchery and self-destruction. As the narrative unfolds, we witness his tumultuous relationships, especially with his wives and his strong desire for a son. Gorky's rich characterizations, vivid dialogues, and exploration of Ignat's emotional struggles set a compelling stage, establishing a poignant examination of the human condition against the backdrop of societal challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gorky, Maksim, 1868-1936

Translator: Bernstein, Herman, 1876-1935

EBook No.: 2709

Published: Jul 1, 2001

Downloads: 193

Language: English

Subject: Russia -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:2709:2 2001-07-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Bernstein, Herman Gorky, Maksim en 1
2024-11-09T23:31:32Z The Man Who Was Afraid

This edition has images.

Title: The Man Who Was Afraid

Note: Translation of Foma Gordeev.

Note: Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Martin Adamson, and David Widger

Summary: "The Man Who Was Afraid" by Maxim Gorky is a novel written during the late 19th century. The book centers around Ignat Gordyeeff, a complex character whose tumultuous life reflects the struggles and contradictions of the proletariat. Throughout the narrative, Gorky explores themes of identity, morality, and the pursuit of meaning in a harsh world, closely attaching the reader to Ignat’s overwhelming desires and fears. The opening of the novel introduces us to Ignat Gordyeeff, a once fortunate water-pumper turned wealthy merchant on the Volga. Described as strong and impulsive, Ignat embodies two conflicting natures: one driven by an insatiable greed for wealth and the other marked by a tempestuous inner life that leads him into bouts of debauchery and self-destruction. As the narrative unfolds, we witness his tumultuous relationships, especially with his wives and his strong desire for a son. Gorky's rich characterizations, vivid dialogues, and exploration of Ignat's emotional struggles set a compelling stage, establishing a poignant examination of the human condition against the backdrop of societal challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gorky, Maksim, 1868-1936

Translator: Bernstein, Herman, 1876-1935

EBook No.: 2709

Published: Jul 1, 2001

Downloads: 193

Language: English

Subject: Russia -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:2709:3 2001-07-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Bernstein, Herman Gorky, Maksim en 1