Joseph Conrad A Biography
Joseph Conrad A Biography by Jeffrey Meyers, published by John Murray in 1991, offers an in-depth exploration of the life of the renowned author Joseph Conrad. This first edition spans 428 pages and is presented in English. The biography delves into various facets of Conrad’s life, including his Polish heritage, involvement in the Carlist wars in Spain, and significant personal experiences such as a suicide attempt and a notable meeting with T.E. Lawrence.
Readers will find a detailed account of Conrad’s complex life, highlighting his pro-semitism and a love affair with American journalist Jane Anderson, who later became a traitor during World War II. The book provides insights into the events that shaped Conrad’s character and literary career, making it a comprehensive resource for those interested in his life and the historical context surrounding him.
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The author reveals aspects of Conrad’s Polish background, the Carlist wars in Spain in which the author was briefly caught up, his pro-semitism, his suicide attempt, his meeting with T.E.Lawrence, and his love affair with the American journalist Jane Anderson, who became a traitor in World War II.
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