Name: An Outcast of the Islands
SKU: 60364006
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9781981919796

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Author

Joseph Conrad

Publisher

Createspace

Language

English

Pages

288

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9x15.2x1.5 cm

Weight

0.39 kg.

ISBN13

9781981919796

Synopsis "An Outcast of the Islands"

An Outcast of the Islands is the second novel by Joseph Conrad, published in 1896, inspired by Conrad's experience as mate of a steamer, the Vidar. The novel details the undoing of Peter Willems, a disreputable, immoral man who, on the run from a scandal in Makassar, finds refuge in a hidden native village, only to betray his benefactors over lust for the tribal chief's daughter.

Joseph Conrad

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Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) was a Polish-British writer known for his tales about the sea, colonialism, and the psychological struggles of individuals facing adversity. His work is characterized by the exploration of themes such as morality, despair, and the absurdity of human existence. Born in Ukraine, Conrad spent much of his life as a sailor before turning to writing, which significantly influenced his narrative style.

Among his most notable works are Heart of Darkness (1899), Lord Jim (1900), and Nostromo (1904). Although he did not receive major awards during his lifetime, his influence on 20th-century literature is undeniable, being considered a precursor of modern narrative.

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