Maxim Gorky's 'Untimely Thoughts' compiles his controversial articles and essays written between 1917 and 1918, during the tumultuous early years of the Russian Revolution. Far from being a celebratory endorsement, Gorky, a prominent socialist writer, offers a biting critique of the Bolsheviks' methods, the escalating violence, and the perceived destruction of Russian culture. He expresses profound disillusionment with the revolution's trajectory, fearing for the intellectual and moral future of his homeland. This collection remains a vital historical document, providing a unique perspective on the revolutionary period from an insider who dared to voice his dissenting opinions against the prevailing tide.