Tales of Unrest

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Sprache - Englisch

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In 'Tales of Unrest', Joseph Conrad presents a collection of five stories that delve into the themes of existential dread, moral ambiguity, and the psychological complexities of colonialism. Conrad's distinctive narrative style, characterized by its intricacy and richly evocative prose, positions this work within the heart of late 19th-century literary modernism. The literary context of these tales is steeped in Conrad's own experiences at sea and his nuanced understanding of the imperial dynamic, which allows for a deeply introspective examination of the human condition through the lens of his characters. These stories are both a critique and a study of the turmoil that lies beneath the veil of civilization.

Joseph Conrad, born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski, was a Polish-British writer who brought to his writings a singular perspective shaped by his own multinational background and his experiences in the British merchant navy. Conrad's intimate acquaintance with the fragility of the human spirit and the complexities of moral choices is evident throughout 'Tales of Unrest'. His own sense of cultural displacement and existential search for meaning pervade the narratives, making his work profoundly personal and universally resonant.

'Tales of Unrest' comes highly recommended for readers seeking not just a series of narratives, but a sensory journey into the human psyche under duress. Conrad's work bridges the gap between adventure tales and psychological literature, offering compelling stories that linger with the reader long after the last page is turned. Scholars and lovers of classic literature alike will find this collection to be a testament to Conrad's enduring place in the canon of English literature, and an engaging exploration of the darker corners of the human experience.


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Joseph Conrad, born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski (1857-1924), was a seminal Polish-British writer whose narrative style and anti-heroic characters have left an indelible mark on the canon of English literature. His maritime experiences deeply influenced his writing, as he spent many years at sea before settling in England and dedicating himself to literature. Despite English being his third language, after Polish and French, Conrad's mastery of it was such that his works are celebrated for their linguistic richness and narrative depth. 'Tales of Unrest' (1898) is a collection of Conrad's early short stories, which, like much of his oeuvre, delve into themes of existential dread and moral ambiguity, often drawing on his own experiences in exotic locales. This work, along with his acclaimed novels such as 'Heart of Darkness' (1899), 'Lord Jim' (1900), and 'Nostromo' (1904), exemplifies Conrad's sophisticated use of narrative perspective and his pessimistic worldview. Renowned for his complex characters and psychological insight, Conrad's influence extends through modernist literature and into the contemporary era. His exploration of the darkness that lies at the heart of human nature and the often-impenetrable mysteries of the human condition remains a cornerstone of literary exploration and critique.

Produkt Details

Verlag: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Sprache: English

Umfang: 153 Seiten

Größe: 359,2 KB

ISBN: 8596547369059

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