Nostromo - A Tale of the Seaboard (Unabridged Deluxe Edition) (eBook)
340 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654774478-8 (EAN)
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Joseph Conrad, born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski on December 3, 1857, in Berdychiv, Ukraine, then part of the Russian Empire, was a Polish-British writer known for his evocative prose and explorations of the human condition. His upbringing under Russian oppression, the death of his parents at a young age, and his subsequent relocation and naval career deeply influenced his literary works. Conrad's masterful command of English, which was his third language after Polish and French, is a testament to his dedication and talent as a writer. A notable figure in English literature, Conrad's narratives often revolve around maritime experiences and colonial endeavors, reflecting his own 20 years of service in the British Merchant Marine. His writing style, marked by a rich use of symbolism and a non-linear narrative, has been classified as part of both the modernist and post-colonial literary traditions. Among his numerous works, 'Nostromo - A Tale of the Seaboard' stands out as one of Conrad's most ambitious novels. Set in the fictional South American country of Costaguana, 'Nostromo' delves into themes of imperialism, political corruption, and personal integrity. It is often considered a pre-emptive critique of the emergent geopolitics of resource extraction and power. Conrad's intricate character studies and penetrating social insights cement his reputation as a forerunner to later 20th-century novelists. Conrad passed away on August 3, 1924, but his work remains a cornerstone of literary education and continues to inspire readers and writers around the world.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 6.12.2023 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Anthologien |
Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror | |
Schlagworte | 20th century English novels • classic british literature • Colonial dynamics • Colonial Literature • complex characters • Ernest Hemingway • fate • Franz Kafka • Herman Melville • historical suspense fiction • imperialism • Imperialism in literature • Jack London • James Joyce • John Steinbeck • Joseph Conrad classics • Latin American setting fiction • maritime culture • Modernist Literature • Narrative authenticity • Nostromo maritime adventure • political thriller books • psychological insight • Revolution • Robert Louis Stevenson • Rudyard Kipling • Salinger • Seaboard tales • South America • William Faulkner |
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