A Set of Six: The Works of Joseph Conrad in Twenty Volumes - Softcover

A Set of Six : The Works of Joseph Conrad in Twenty Volumes

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A Set of Six' is a compelling collection of short stories by Joseph Conrad that showcases the author's versatility across various genres, including nautical adventure, political intrigue, and historical drama. This anthology comprises six distinct tales: 'Gaspar Ruiz,' 'The Informer,' 'The Brute,' 'An Anarchist,' 'The Duel,' and 'Il Conde.' Each narrative explores the complexities of human nature, morality, and the impact of external societal forces on the individual.From the Napoleonic-era tensions of 'The Duel' to the maritime terror of 'The Brute,' Conrad explores themes of honor, betrayal, and the inherent unpredictability of the sea. 'The Informer' and 'An Anarchist' delve into the dark world of political radicalism, while 'Gaspar Ruiz' presents a sweeping epic of revolutionary struggle in South America. Known for his profound psychological insight and mastery of atmosphere, Conrad delivers a diverse range of settings and characters that illustrate the breadth of his literary genius. This collection remains an essential component of the Conradian canon, offering readers a window into the diverse thematic interests of one of the twentieth century's most celebrated stylists.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Artikel-Nr. 9781025981611

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