My Childhood
My Childhood
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
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Russian Literature•
BiographyRussia • 1870s
1991
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
My Childhood is an autobiographical work by Maxim Gorky that explores the early years of a Russian individual's life. The narrative details experiences with family, hardships, and societal influences, providing insight into the formative events and challenges that shaped the person's future perspective and character development.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
My Childhood by Maxim Gorky receives praise for its vivid depiction of early life in 19th-century Russia, offering insights into societal struggles. The storytelling is noted for its emotional depth and realism. Some critics, however, find the narrative bleak and challenging due to its intense focus on hardship. Overall, it remains a powerful autobiographical account.
Who Should Read My Childhood?
A reader who enjoys My Childhood by Maxim Gorky would likely appreciate autobiographical and historical insights into Russian life. Fans of Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt or The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, which depict personal struggles and resilience, may find similar narrative depth and emotional resonance here.
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Book • Nonfiction
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Russian Literature•
BiographyRussia • 1870s
1991
Adult
18+ years
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