Publisher's Synopsis
The Confession is a novel written by Russian author Maxim Gorky and first published in 1916. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Pavel Vlasov, who is a member of the revolutionary movement in Russia during the early 20th century. Pavel is arrested by the police and is subjected to brutal torture in order to extract a confession from him. Eventually, he succumbs to the pressure and confesses to a crime he did not commit.The novel explores the themes of justice, power, and the human condition. It portrays the corrupt and oppressive nature of the Russian government, which uses torture and coercion to maintain its authority. The Confession also delves into the psychological effects of torture on the human mind and the moral dilemma faced by Pavel as he struggles to maintain his integrity in the face of extreme adversity.Overall, The Confession is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the dark side of human nature and the struggle for justice and freedom. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian literature, political philosophy, or the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
