Borras, F. M. Maxim Gorky the Writer: An Interpreta-tion,Oxford University Press, 1967, pp. 167-17

Borras discusses much of Gorki's work, and The Lower Depths in particular, in detail.

Becker, George J. Realism In Modern Literature, Frederick Ungar Publishing Co., 1980, pp. 151-162.

This book provides a short discussion of Gorki's work, and substantial information on Realism in Rus sian literature and the evolution of Realism in general.

Levin, Dan. Stormy Petrel: The life and Work of Maxim Gorfcy,Appleton-Century, 1965, pp.88-95.

This book both provides analysis of Gorki's work and contextualization of that work in his life.

Hare, Richard. Maxim Lrorky: Romantic Realist and Conner votive Revolutionary, Greenwood Press, 1962, pp. 56-61.

Hare discusses Gorki s work in the context of his life, with focus on the influences of Romanticism and Realism over his writing.