The Reader was published in Russia in 1882. The novel is considered a classic of modern literature. It portrays the dark side of 19th century Russian society and the complexity of human nature. It deeply probes into the nature of human beings, the corruption of morality and social injustice. In the novel, the protagonist, Sergei Alexeyevich Zamiyatin, was a rich businessman, but he felt empty and lonely inside because he could not get rid of the oppression and exploitation of society. He kept searching for inner peace and redemption, but in the end, he found himself in a deeper predicament. The characters in the novel had different personalities. Some people were at the top of the pyramid in society, but they felt empty and lonely in their hearts. Some people seemed ordinary, but they could feel the pain and struggle in their hearts. These characters all showed the complexity and variety of human nature. The story in the novel was full of twists and turns, full of suspense and thrilling scenes. Through the experience of Sergei Alexeyevich Zamiyatyn, the author reveals the dark side of society and the essence of human nature, and also expressed the longing and pursuit of the beautiful wishes of mankind. The Reader was a work full of thought and artistic quality. It not only deeply explored the nature of human beings and social problems, but also showed the author's unique literary style and depth of thought.