Childhood

Historical Context and Significance

The book "Childhood" by Maxim Gorky is the first part of an autobiographical trilogy, which also includes "In the World" and "My Universities." In this work, Gorky describes his difficult childhood, full of deprivation and suffering, but also filled with vivid impressions and deep experiences. The book holds great historical significance as it provides readers with a unique insight into the lives of ordinary people in late 19th-century Russia. Its cultural impact lies in "Childhood" becoming an important literary monument, reflecting the realities of that time and shaping the understanding of social injustice and human resilience. The work also significantly influenced the development of Russian literature, becoming a classic and a model for subsequent generations of writers.