Joseph Conrad

Notes on Life & Letters (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Depths of Human Nature and Society: Literary Reflections by a Master Storyteller

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Notes on Life & Letters,' Joseph Conrad, a luminary of modernist literature, offers a compelling exploration of his thoughts on art, life, and the intricate relationship between the two. Through a series of essays, Conrad delves into the nature of storytelling, the role of the artist, and the essence of human experience, all enriched by his signature prose style that weaves vivid imagery with philosophical depth. The work serves as both a memoir and critical commentary, providing insight into the intellectual currents of the early 20th century, particularly the tension between realism and impressionism that marked Conrad's own literary endeavors. Conrad, born in Poland and later settling in England, encountered diverse cultures and turbulent experiences that shaped his worldview and writing. His maritime career and life'Äôs voyages influenced not only his fiction but also his reflections in this collection. Conrad's nuanced perspective as an outsider in both Polish and English societies adds layers of complexity to his meditations, making 'Notes on Life & Letters' a profound inquiry into the nature of art and existence, revealing the deeply personal motives behind his literary craft. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophical underpinnings of literature and the creative process. Conrad'Äôs reflections resonate with contemporary readers, inspiring a deeper understanding of the artistic journey. Scholars and enthusiasts of modernist literature will find this collection not only enlightening but also a vital addition to their exploration of the intersection between life and the written word.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 259
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664119780
• Artikelnr.: 58435875

Autorenporträt

Joseph Conrad (1857 - 1924) was a Polish-British writer regarded as one of the greatest novelists to write in the English language. He joined the British merchant marine in 1878, and was granted British citizenship in 1886. Though he did not speak English fluently until his twenties, he was a master prose stylist who brought a non-English sensibility into English literature. He wrote stories and novels, many with a nautical setting, that depict trials of the human spirit in the midst of an impassive, inscrutable universe. Conrad is considered an early modernist, though his works still contain elements of 19th-century realism. His narrative style and anti-heroic characters have influenced numerous authors and many films have been adapted from, or inspired by, his works. Writing in the heyday of the British Empire, Conrad drew on his native Poland's national experiences and 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.

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