Name: The End of the Tether: (Joseph Conrad Classics Collection)
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9781502754028

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The End of the Tether: (Joseph Conrad Classics Collection)

Type

Physical Book

Author

Joseph Conrad

Publisher

Createspace

Language

English

Pages

156

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9x15.2x0.8 cm

Weight

0.22 kg.

ISBN13

9781502754028

Synopsis "The End of the Tether: (Joseph Conrad Classics Collection)"

Captain Whalley did not look at it. When his Serang, approaching the roomy cane arm-chair which he filled capably, had informed him in a low voice that the course was to be altered, he had risen at once and had remained on his feet, face forward, while the head of his ship swung through a quarter of a circle. He had not uttered a single word, not even the word to steady the helm. It was the Serang, an elderly, alert, little Malay, with a very dark skin, who murmured the order to the helmsman. And then slowly Captain Whalley sat down again in the arm-chair on the bridge and fixed his eyes on the deck between his feet.

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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