Lord Jim (Penguin Classics)

Cover of Lord Jim (Penguin Classics) by Joseph Conrad
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Year: 1986
Language: en
Pages: 377
ISBN-13: 9780140431698
Dimensions:
Height: 5 Inches
Length: 7 Inches
Weight: 0.5 Pounds
Width: 1 Inches
Dewey Decimal: FIC
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Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad, published by Penguin Classics on December 2, 1986, is a significant work in the realm of British and Irish fiction. This edition spans 377 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on a man’s tragic failure and eventual redemption, set against a backdrop of high adventure in the uncharted territories of the world, showcasing Conrad’s distinctive style and thematic depth.

Readers will encounter a profound exploration of moral, psychological, and political themes as they delve into the complexities of the protagonist’s journey. The story reflects on the nature of failure and the quest for redemption, illustrating the author’s innovative approach that contributed to the evolution of the modern novel. This edition invites readers to engage with the intricate layers of Conrad’s storytelling, making it a noteworthy addition to any literary collection.


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Lord Jim is a classic story of one man’s tragic failure and eventual redemption, told under the circumstances of high adventure at the margins of the known world which made Conrad’s work so immediately popular. But it is also the book in which its author, through a brilliant adaptation of his stylistic apparatus to his obsessive moral, psychological and political concerns, laid the groundwork for the modern novel as we know it.

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