Joseph Conrad
No. of pages 128
Published: 1999
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"Joseph Conrad" by Chris Fletcher delves into the life and works of the renowned Polish-British author, exploring his significant impact on modern literature. The book examines Conrad's adventurous life at sea and how his experiences shaped his novels, short stories, and essays. Fletcher provides a comprehensive analysis of major works such as "Heart of Darkness," "Lord Jim," and "The Secret Agent," highlighting themes of imperialism, morality, and human nature. Through insightful commentary and biographical context, readers gain an understanding of Conrad's literary legacy and his masterful storytelling that continues to resonate today. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called British Library Writers Lives .
This book has been graded for interest at 11-14 years.
There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published in 1999 by Oxford University Press Inc .
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"Engaging readers with a smoothly flowing, chronological narrative...rife with quotes, making this an excellent source for students needing primary source material. The index is extensive, so that finding an exact fact or quote is greatly facilitated.... A skillfully written biography."--School
Library Journal
"Detailed and thorough... The many incorporated quotes and passages from Conrad's letters and works provide unique insight into the man, and a fine introduction to Conrad's vivid, powerful prose. The book is notable for excellent, illuminating visuals."--Booklist
"Archival photographs, color illustrations, and reproductions highlight this biography."--The Horn Book Review
"Engaging readers with a smoothly flowing, chronological narrative...rife with quotes, making this an excellent source for students needing primary source material. The index is extensive, so that finding an exact fact or quote is greatly facilitated.... A skillfully written biography."--School
Library Journal
"Detailed and thorough... The many incorporated quotes and passages from Conrad's letters and works provide unique insight into the man, and a fine introduction to Conrad's vivid, powerful prose. The book is notable for excellent, illuminating visuals."--Booklist
"Archival photographs, color illustrations, and reproductions highlight this biography."--The Horn Book Review
"Engaging readers with a smoothly flowing, chronological narrative...rife with quotes, making this an excellent source for students needing primary source material. The index is extensive, so that finding an exact fact or quote is greatly facilitated.... A skillfully written biography."--School Library Journal
"Detailed and thorough... The many incorporated quotes and passages from Conrad's letters and works provide unique insight into the man, and a fine introduction to Conrad's vivid, powerful prose. The book is notable for excellent, illuminating visuals."--Booklist
"Archival photographs, color illustrations, and reproductions highlight this biography."--The Horn Book Review
"Engaging readers with a smoothly flowing, chronological narrative...rife with quotes, making this an excellent source for students needing primary source material. The index is extensive, so that finding an exact fact or quote is greatly facilitated.... A skillfully written biography."--School Library Journal
"Detailed and thorough... The many incorporated quotes and passages from Conrad's letters and works provide unique insight into the man, and a fine introduction to Conrad's vivid, powerful prose. The book is notable for excellent, illuminating visuals."--Booklist
"Archival photographs, color illustrations, and reproductions highlight this biography."--The Horn Book Review
