Childhood In the World My University

Author: Maxim Gorky
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Publish Date: 2003-07-02
Features: This is the famous autobiographical trilogy by Maxim Gorky. Through the author's reflection on his childhood, youth, and early adulthood, it portrays the growth of a generation against the backdrop of a vast historical era. The author remains modest and does not dwell excessively on himself, yet we effortlessly grasp the image of Aljosha, who constantly pursues his goals. Whether in short stories or long novels, Gorky consistently links the noble qualities of ordinary people with profound hardships, expressing their joys and sorrows, and depicting their boundless spiritual world. Why do the autobiographical trilogy (Childhood, In the World, and My University) remain long-lasting and immortal in people's hearts, inspiring them to strive for a better tomorrow? Here, it is best to answer with Gorky's own words: "The task of literature is to reveal the good, the beautiful, and the honest—the noble—in people, to evoke their sense of pride and responsibility. The age of heroes has arrived. People must draw strength from the soul and body of heroes. This trilogy is a work from Gorky's mature period in art. Through the eyes of a growing child, the author depicts his surrounding world. Gorky remains modest and does not dwell excessively on himself, yet he presents a stubborn, compassionate, and ever-pursuing Aljosha to the readers, reflecting Gorky's unparalleled insight into the lives of the working class in Russia and his exceptional talent for character development."