The Spy: The Story of a Superfluous Man by Maksim Gorky

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Author Gorky, Maksim, 1868-1936
Translator Seltzer, Thomas, 1875?-1943
Title The Spy: The Story of a Superfluous Man
Note Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Life_of_a_Useless_Man
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Summary "The Spy: The Story of a Superfluous Man" by Maksim Gorky is a novel written in the early 20th century. It follows Yevsey Klimkov, a young boy orphaned by violence and death, living under the care of his blacksmith uncle. The narrative delves into Yevsey's childhood experiences, his struggle for identity and acceptance, as well as his observations of human relationships and societal cruelty. The opening of the novel introduces Yevsey as he grapples with the loss of his parents at a tender age. Residing with his uncle and cousin, he faces bullying at school and familial indifference, earning the nickname "Old Man" due to his withdrawn nature. As he navigates a harsh childhood filled with conflict and pain, Yevsey finds solace in music and the quiet of a local church, which becomes a refuge from the tumultuous life around him. Despite his suffering, he expresses a desire for an invisible existence, reflecting his yearning for peace and acceptance in a world that often feels hostile and unforgiving. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Spy stories
Subject Russian fiction -- Translations into English
Subject Russia -- History -- Revolution, 1905-1907 -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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