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Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 1092 |
Release | : 2012-11 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 9781781393291 |
Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) is considered to be one of the great novelists in English. His novels often have a nautical setting and his characters suffer trials in the midst of an indifferent universe. His masterful prose is second to none and his Polish background brings a romantic or tragic style that was previously unknown in English novels. The "Heart of Darkness" is a true classic. A small book but every word is powerfully and perfectly placed. It is a dark allegory full of suspense, adventure, character development and psychological drama. The story is told by Marlow who on his journey up the Congo meets and becomes fascinated with Mr Kurtz who dominates the local people. This is considered to be Conrad's greatest and most enigmatic story. The" Secret Agent" is a piercing sociological evaluation of the entire culture of the western world and the many flawed sub-cultures that emerge from it. Set in London, each group has an anti-hero who epitomises the problems with a culture that is entirely based on self-interest. There is a broken time line in the novel that heightens the mystery of the identity of the tragic victim who dies early on in the story. "Lord Jim" is a sea-faring tale, but more than that is it a story of Jim's lifelong efforts to atone for an act of instinctive cowardice. This then became the classic tale that gave birth to a new genre of literature. "Nostromo" is another sea-faring epic and a complex tale of colonial life in Latin America. In this book there are flashbacks, people telling stories within stories which adds both to the complexity and the depth. The tale draws you in with a sense of foreboding as the lure of silver, greed, capitalist exploitation and rebellion evolve. "Victory" centers around the character Axel Heyst, a complex character who wishes to cut himself off from people to avoid suffering. He settles on a remote island in the Malay Archipelago. However, he is hated and misunderstood by the evil innkeeper Schomberg and then rescues a young English woman, Lena. The take is one of adventure and complex relationships, but ultimately about the incredible healing power of love.
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : eBookIt.com |
Total Pages | : 2956 |
Release | : 2013-03 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 145661360X |
Compiled in one book, the essential collection of books by Joseph Conrad: Heart of Darkness Lord Jim Nostromo Under Western Eyes Victory The Secret Sharer Chance The Rescue
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 380 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780415134859 |
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : Good Press |
Total Pages | : 5418 |
Release | : 2023-12-07 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : |
Joseph Conrad's collection of works encompasses a wide range of captivating stories that explore themes of colonialism, morality, and the human condition. Known for his intricate prose style and psychological depth, Conrad's writing is often considered a staple of English literature. The collection includes his most famous novels such as Heart of Darkness and Lord Jim, as well as a selection of his short stories and personal letters. Through his vivid descriptions and complex characters, Conrad offers readers a glimpse into the complexities of imperialist societies and the impact of human nature on individuals and communities. His works continue to be studied and celebrated for their profound insights into human nature and societal dynamics. As a master storyteller and a keen observer of the world around him, Conrad's writing remains relevant and thought-provoking in today's society. Fans of classic literature and those interested in exploring themes of morality and power will find Conrad's collection to be a rewarding and enlightening read.
Author | : Frank Northen Magill |
Publisher | : Cavendish Square Publishing |
Total Pages | : 456 |
Release | : 1993 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
A comprehensive survey of classic world literature with an emphasis on history, criticism, and mini-biographies of noted authors.
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 494 |
Release | : 2020-05-02 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : |
Seven Books In One! A new, beautifully laid-out edition containing seven of Joseph Conrad's timeless classic novels and novellas, including: Heart of Darkness (originally published in 1899) The Secret Sharer (originally published in 1910) Almayer's Folly (originally published in 1895) Freya of the Seven Isles (originally published in 1912) Karain (originally published in 1897) The Return (originally published in 1897) Under Western Eyes (originally published in 1910) This is the first of four volumes in the Joseph Conrad Collection.
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : Wordsworth Editions |
Total Pages | : 276 |
Release | : 1997 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 9781853261909 |
A selection of short stories including favourites such as Youth, a modern epic of the sea; The Secret Sharer, a thrilling psychological drama; An Outpost of Progress, a blackly comic prelude to Heart of Darkness; Amy Foster, a moving story of a shipwrecked, alienated Pole; and The Lagoon and Karain, two exotic, exciting Malay tales.
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : CreateSpace |
Total Pages | : 622 |
Release | : 2014-06-27 |
Genre | : Literary Collections |
ISBN | : 9781500338688 |
Joseph Conrad (1857 - 1924) was a Polish author who wrote in English after settling in England. Conrad is regarded as one of the greatest novelists in English, . He wrote stories and novels, often with a nautical setting, that depict trials of the human spirit in the midst of an indifferent universe. He was a master prose stylist who brought a distinctly non-English tragic sensibility into English literature. In this book: Heart of Darkness The Secret Agent, A Simple Tale Lord Jim Nostromo: A Tale of the Seaboard The Secret Sharer Victor
Author | : Joseph Conrad |
Publisher | : Wordsworth Editions |
Total Pages | : 512 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 9781840220612 |
Contains the novels Lord Jim, Nostromo and The Secret Agent, together with a selection of Conrad's superb short stories.
Author | : Maya Jasanoff |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 402 |
Release | : 2017-11-07 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 0698137477 |
“Enlightening, compassionate, superb” —John Le Carré Winner of the 2018 Cundhill History Prize A New York Times Book Review Notable Book of 2017 One of the New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2017 A visionary exploration of the life and times of Joseph Conrad, his turbulent age of globalization and our own, from one of the most exciting young historians writing today Migration, terrorism, the tensions between global capitalism and nationalism, and a communications revolution: these forces shaped Joseph Conrad’s destiny at the dawn of the twentieth century. In this brilliant new interpretation of one of the great voices in modern literature, Maya Jasanoff reveals Conrad as a prophet of globalization. As an immigrant from Poland to England, and in travels from Malaya to Congo to the Caribbean, Conrad navigated an interconnected world, and captured it in a literary oeuvre of extraordinary depth. His life story delivers a history of globalization from the inside out, and reflects powerfully on the aspirations and challenges of the modern world. Joseph Conrad was born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski in 1857, to Polish parents in the Russian Empire. At sixteen he left the landlocked heart of Europe to become a sailor, and for the next twenty years travelled the world’s oceans before settling permanently in England as an author. He saw the surging, competitive "new imperialism" that planted a flag in almost every populated part of the globe. He got a close look, too, at the places “beyond the end of telegraph cables and mail-boat lines,” and the hypocrisy of the west’s most cherished ideals. In a compelling blend of history, biography, and travelogue, Maya Jasanoff follows Conrad’s routes and the stories of his four greatest works—The Secret Agent, Lord Jim, Heart of Darkness, and Nostromo. Genre-bending, intellectually thrilling, and deeply humane, The Dawn Watch embarks on a spell-binding expedition into the dark heart of Conrad’s world—and through it to our own.