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Description of Gorky's
Childhood in His Work
"Childhood"
Yuldasheva S.
TerSU, 1st year master's student, Uzbekistan
Davlyatshina G.Yu.
TerSU, Supervisor - senior lecturer, Uzbekistan
Abstract:
Alexey Maksimovich Peshkov, better known
under the pseudonym Maxim Gorky, is one of the most
significant figures in Russian literature of the late 19th -
early 20th centuries. His autobiographical work
"Childhood" is the first part of a trilogy, which also
includes "In People" and "My Universities". In
"Childhood", Gorky describes his early years, full of
suffering and trials, which formed his personality and
outlook on life. In this article, we will consider in detail
how exactly the author depicts his childhood, its
influence on the formation of character and worldview.
Keywords:
late 19th - early 20th centuries, Childhood,
Gorky's Childhood.
Introduction:
Alexey Maksimovich Peshkov, better
known under the pseudonym Maxim Gorky, is one of
the most significant figures in Russian literature of the
late 19th - early 20th centuries. His autobiographical
work "Childhood" is the first part of a trilogy, which also
includes "In People" and "My Universities". In
"Childhood", Gorky describes his early years, full of
suffering and trials, which formed his personality and
outlook on life. In this article, we will consider in detail
how exactly the author depicts his childhood, its
influence on the formation of character and worldview.
In the work "Childhood", Gorky describes his family as
complex and contradictory. His father, a craftsman, was
a tough and strict man, and his mother, despite her
kindness, suffered from constant conflicts with her
husband. The family atmosphere, full of violence and
misunderstanding, left a deep mark on the soul of little
Alexei. He often witnessed quarrels and drunkenness,
which formed in him a feeling of bitterness and
loneliness. Gorky describes his mother as a woman full
of love and care, but at the same time, she was
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defenseless against her husband's aggression. This
contradiction creates an image of the mother as a
victim of circumstances, which emphasizes the tragic
nature of the author's childhood. The work pays much
attention to how family conflicts affect the psyche of a
child, shaping his perception of the world. An
important aspect of Gorky's childhood was the social
conditions in which he grew up. He describes the
poverty and misery that surrounded his family and
neighbors. These conditions not only shaped his
worldview, but also served as a catalyst for his future
literary work. Gorky shows how social problems such
as poverty, ignorance and social injustice affected the
lives of ordinary people.
The author describes many characters who represent
different facets of life: from kind and sympathetic to
cruel and indifferent. These images help the reader
understand how social conditions shape a person's
personality and destiny. Gorky uses vivid and
memorable images to convey the atmosphere of his
childhood and show how he perceived the world
around him.
Gorky often uses the technique of memories, which
gives the work a special emotional coloring. He
describes his first impressions, joys and sorrows,
which, despite their simplicity, have a profound impact
on his personality. For example, moments when he
played with children in the yard, or when he watched
adults work, become symbols of his desire to
understand the world: “He spoke calmly, and neither
the sound of his voice, nor the boy’s fuss on a crea
ky
chair, nor the shuffling of his grandmother’s feet
-
nothing disturbed the memorable silence in the gloom
of the kitchen, under the low, sooty ceiling.”[1]
These memories are full of nostalgia, but at the same
time they are permeated with a sense of tragedy.
Gorky shows how childhood joys are often replaced by
bitterness and disappointment. This creates a contrast
that emphasizes the complexity of human life and the
emotional depth of the work.
Gorky’s childhood was full of trials, which undoubtedly
influenced his future life and work. He witnessed
cruelty and injustice, which led to the formation of his
social consciousness. Gorky realizes that his childhood
is not only his personal story, but also a reflection of
the fate of many people suffering from oppression and
poverty.[2]
The work shows how each trial that the hero goes
through becomes a step towards understanding
himself and the world around him. Gorky shows that
suffering can become a source of strength and
inspiration, which will later be reflected in his literary
work.
Gorky uses many symbols and images to convey the
atmosphere of his childhood. For example, the image of
his mother as a symbol of love and sacrifice, as well as
the image of his father, personifying cruelty and
misunderstanding. These images help create a deep
emotional connection with the reader and allow for a
better understanding of the author's inner world.[3]
In addition, nature and the surrounding world also play
an important role in the work. Gorky describes
landscapes that reflect his inner experiences. Nature
becomes not only a background, but also an active
participant in the events, which emphasizes the unity of
man and the surrounding world.
The work "Childhood" is an important milestone in the
work of Maxim Gorky. It not only tells about his personal
history, but also raises important social issues that are
relevant in our time. Gorky masterfully conveys the
atmosphere of his childhood, full of suffering and joy,
which allows the reader to more deeply understand his
personality and work. [1]
Gorky's Childhood is not just memories, but a whole
philosophy reflecting the complexity of human life and
the desire to understand oneself and the world around
us. His work remains relevant today, reminding us of the
importance of understanding and compassion for other
people.
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