"Mother" by Maxim Gorky is a powerful novel depicting the struggles of a working-class woman in early 20th-century Russia. The story follows Pelagea, a laborer's mother, as she becomes increasingly involved in the revolutionary movement. Gorky's evocative prose and deep character exploration highlight themes of social injustice, personal sacrifice, and the quest for change, offering a poignant look at the human spirit amid adversity.