Yegor Bulychov and Others
Brief Overview
The play «Yegor Bulychov and Others» by Maxim Gorky narrates the final days of Yegor Bulychov, a wealthy merchant and owner of a steamship company. Set in a provincial Russian town in 1917, against the backdrop of revolutionary events, Bulychov, aware of his impending death, begins to reevaluate his life and relationships with those around him. The play depicts the conflicts within the Bulychov family, his interactions with his wife, daughter, mistress, and other characters. Through the fate of the main character and his circle, Gorky explores themes of power, wealth, morality, and human nature.
Date of publication: 25 September 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Drama
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