Name: Lord Jim (in Spanish)
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9788411485821

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Synopsis "Lord Jim (in Spanish)"

Escrita en 1900, "Lord Jim" es la gran novela que aborda el tenue filo que separa las dos caras de una misma moneda: la cobardía y el valor. Marcado por un trágico incidente en el que se ve envuelto en una de sus travesías como piloto, Jim arrastra como una losa el juicio que tanto la sociedad como él mismo formulan sobre su comportamiento.

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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