The Inheritors

The Inheritors
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 344
Release: 1901
Genre: Dystopias
ISBN:

The Inheritors

The Inheritors
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 234
Release: 1901
Genre: English fiction
ISBN:

When Arthur, a writer-turned-journalist, meets a mysterious and alluring woman, he is drawn into the world of the Fourth Dimensionists, a societal faction that uses political power to break down traditional values in the name of expedience. As Arthur's obsession with the woman grows, he yearns to capture her attention and her affections, only to learn that he has been brutally used and, as a result, has betrayed those who are closest to him.

The Inheritors

The Inheritors
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Livraria Press
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2024-05-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3989886614

A new edition of Joseph Conrad's classic The Inheritors from Livraria Press with an extensive Afterword and expanded reference materials including a character list and discussion questions. The Inheritors is Conrad’s 1901 novel written with Ford Madox Ford at the turn of the century. It is a science fiction epic written for written for the hubris of humanity at the turn of the century, pivoting on the mortality and universal corruptibility of human nature, the ignorance of the "cult of progress", the inevitable reckoning of Man to Nature, and the immutability of humanness. The plot follows a group of radical materialists calling themselves the "Fourth Dimensionists" who are attempting to seize control of society for the good of society.

The Inheritors

The Inheritors
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 192
Release: 1999
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0853235600

This novel, one of two collaborations between Joseph Conrad and Ford Madox Ford, is one of the earliest to be concerned with modern, mechanical culture, and as such foreshadowed other writers such as George Orwell and Aldous Huxley. Symbolising the collapse of old treasured political values at the turn of the century and underlining the urgency of renovation, the novel involves the unrequited love for a young woman of Arthur Granger, an aristocratic and unsuccessful novelist. Granger betrays the ideals on which he prides himself for this woman, a nameless, ethereal and goddess-like agent from a strange world. The collaboration between Joseph Conrad and Ford Madox Ford influenced their own independent work and, in the words of Ezra Pound, 'What Flaubert had done to change French prose, Conrad and Ford did to transform English prose.'

The Inheritors and The Nature of a Crime

The Inheritors and The Nature of a Crime
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2022-02-03
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 1009234315

This volume offers scholars the first authoritative text of two works produced collaboratively by two of the most important modern British novelists. Long hard to obtain and frequently neglected by critics, each can now be appreciated both in its own right and as part of the two authors' individual oeuvres. This scholarly edition situates both works in the context of the writers' meeting and ongoing collaboration, providing illuminating literary and historical references and detailing the works' composition history and reception in the UK and America. As well as establishing definitive texts of both works and of the authors' prefaces written for the 1924 republication of The Nature of a Crime, this edition also includes Ford's own 1924 account of his collaboration with Conrad on The Inheritors, as well as the text of Ford's 'The Old Story', a hitherto unpublished early draft of the basic plot of The Nature of a Crime.

The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad: Novels, Short Stories, Memoirs, Essays & Letters

The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad: Novels, Short Stories, Memoirs, Essays & Letters
Author: Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 6133
Release: 2023-12-08
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

In 'The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of the esteemed author's novels, short stories, memoirs, essays, and letters. Known for his intricate narrative style and exploration of themes such as colonialism, human nature, and the moral complexities of life, Conrad's work remains highly influential in the realm of English literature. This extensive compilation allows readers to delve into Conrad's nuanced storytelling and gain a deeper understanding of his literary contributions to the modernist movement. Each piece showcases Conrad's adept use of language and his ability to create compelling characters and thought-provoking plots. The book provides a valuable insight into the socio-political context of the time, as well as the personal experiences that shaped Conrad's perspective and writing style. As a prominent figure in English literature, Conrad's works continue to captivate readers with their timeless relevance and profound insights into the human condition. 'The Complete Works of Joseph Conrad' is a must-read for enthusiasts of classic literature and those interested in delving into the complexities of the human psyche through the lens of a master storyteller.