Within the Tides Tales

by Joseph Conrad

Overview

"Within the Tides: Tales" by Joseph Conrad is a collection of short stories that delve into the realms of adventure, seafaring, and exploration. Through psychological character studies, Conrad explores the complexities of morality and human nature against the backdrop of colonialism and intrigue. Set in exotic locales, these tales transport readers on journeys of romance, conflict, and redemption, weaving together themes of symbolism and moral ambiguity. Each story serves as a window into the depths of the human psyche, revealing the intricate interplay between individuals and their environments. Conrad's masterful storytelling combines vivid descriptions of seafaring life with introspective examinations of the human condition. From the moral dilemmas faced by colonial adventurers to the psychological struggles of individuals navigating unfamiliar territories, each narrative offers a nuanced exploration of themes that resonate with readers across time and culture. Within these tales, Conrad skillfully navigates the waters of human experience, inviting readers to ponder the complexities of life, love, and destiny. Through twists of fate and moments of introspection, "Within the Tides" captures the essence of Conrad's literary genius, leaving a lasting impression on those who embark on these captivating adventures.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789362201072
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	03/01/2024
Pages:	152
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.35(d)

About the Author

Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British novelist and short story writer. He is considered as one of the best authors in the English language, despite the fact that he did not speak English effectively until his twenties. He became known as a master prose stylist who introduced a non-English sensibility into English literature. He authored novels and novellas, many of which take place at sea, about crises of human identity in what he perceived as an indifferent, incomprehensible, and amoral world. Conrad is regarded as a literary impressionist by some and an early modernist by others, while his works also incorporate elements of nineteenth-century realism. His storytelling style and anti-heroic characters, such as Lord Jim, impacted a number of authors. Writing near the peak of the British Empire, Conrad drew on his native Poland's national experiences-during nearly all of his life, parcelled out among three occupying empires-as well as his own experiences in the French and British merchant navies, to create short stories and novels that reflect aspects of a European-dominated world, including imperialism and colonialism, and that profoundly explore the human psyche. Apollo took his kid to the Austrian-controlled region of Poland in December 1867, which had enjoyed significant internal freedom and self-government for the previous two years. After seeing Lwow and numerous smaller towns, they relocated to Krakow (Poland's capital until 1596), which is also in Austrian Poland, on February 20, 1869.

Date of Birth:

December 3, 1857

Date of Death:

August 3, 1924

Place of Birth:

Berdiczew, Podolia, Russia

Place of Death:

Bishopsbourne, Kent, England

Education:

Tutored in Switzerland. Self-taught in classical literature. Attended maritime school in Marseilles, France