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Nostromo (Barnes & Noble Classics Series)

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 16, 2005

    Is this the same guy who wrote 'Heart of Darkness?'

    I didn't finish the book. The characters were two-dimensional, the exposition difficult to follow, and the premise disappointing.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 27, 2005

    Slightly difficult to finish, but a good read in the end!!!

    NOSTROMO was a long book to get through - I had to stop a few times to look up a word in the dictionary, but it was a fascinating story that sparked me into critical thought. However, this is not a book for someone looking for a quick literary revelation, so to speak. Even as an advanced placement (AP) English student in the middle of my senior high school year, it took patience and concentration to get drawn into this book. But once that was done, the richness of the characters, the descriptive narratives, intricate symbolism, and enlightening themes drew me into the author's mind. And having finished NOSTROMO, it would almost be an understatement to say that Conrad must have been brilliant. If you absorb this book with all of its essential elements, it is absolutely incredible what lessons you can learn for your life just from the pages.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 4, 2004

    If you like Conrad's style, it's a must!

    This novel follows in Conrad's rich style, which I love, but it bores others. If you're willing to explore Conrad's world, you'll find it realistly and beautifully complex. I particularly love the inclusion of Spanish, Italian, and French phrases. Conrad pulls you into South America. Conrad focuses on characterization, not plot, so if you're an action-lover, you'll be disappointed.

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