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Charles Marlow is a steamboat captain on the River Thames near Gravesend, England. He and his crew work for an ivory trading company. One day he recounts to his fellow crew the story of his life and how he became a captain for the steamboat company. The focus of his story involves the journey Marlow undertook to the outer reaches of the company's operations. Here he tells of his wild encounters with Mr. Kurtz, a man with a great reputation for bringing in the most ivory for the company.

Con l'ascesa di Ribiera, gli equilibri si rompono e nuove minacce emergono: il generale Montero e suo fratello Pedrito guidano un colpo di stato che spinge il Paese sull'orlo del caos. Decoud, intellettuale disilluso tornato dall'Europa, si fa promotore di una rischiosa missione: salvare l'argento della miniera, simbolo di tutto ciò che è ambito, conteso e corrotto.

Although Heart of Darkness was one of the first literary texts to provide a critical view of European imperial activities, it was initially read by critics as anything but controversial. While the book was generally admired, it was typically seen either as a condemnation of a certain type of adventurer who could easily take advantage of imperialism’s opportunities, or else as a sentimental novel reinforcing domestic values: Kurtz’s Intended, who appears at the novella’s conclusion, was roundly praised by turn-of-the-century reviewers for her maturity and sentimental appeal. A classic.

Pubblicato a puntate dal 1899 al 1900, fu riconosciuto come un capolavoro mondiale della letteratura. Il romanzo è complesso nella sua narrazione: Lord Jim, un eroe definito "romantico" da Marlow, che è il narratore della storia (come in altri romanzi di Conrad, si tratta di una storia nella storia), partito come un adolescente in cerca di avventure, viene presto abbattuto dalla vita e costretto spietatamente a conoscere una sua debolezza.

The story of the enigmatic Kurtz and his outpost in deepest Congo as told by Marlow is an adventure story that examines the intent and effects of colonization. It remains one of the most controversial and profound writings of world literature.

Questo romanzo breve, pubblicato nel 1902, è il romanzo più famoso di Joseph Conrad, ed è considerato un classico della letteratura inglese. Lo stile narrativo, a tratti impressionistico, ha ispirato molti scrittori moderni. Il racconto è ambientato nell’Africa nera, e esprime una critica al colonialismo basato su scopi commerciali; su un piano più profondo tocca il tema della lotta intima del conflitto con la propria parte ombra.

"La laguna" è un racconto breve composto nel 1896 e pubblicato per la prima volta nel "Conrhill Magazine". La storia narra di un uomo bianco, riferito come "Tuan" (l'equivalente di Lord o Sir) che viaggia attraverso la foresta pluviale indonesiana. L'uomo è costretto a fermarsi per una notte con un amico malesiano di nome Arsat. Al suo arrivo trova Arsat sofferente perchè la sua amata sta morendo. Arsat racconta all'uomo la storia del suo passato. La storia è colma di simbolismi, quali l'uso del chiaro/scuro, bianco/nero, alba/tramonto.

An unsettling tale of plague, drift and terror, The Shadow-Line documents a young seaman’s coming of age after he is recruited to captain a ship for the first time. Bad luck and disease haunt the inexperienced hero and his crew, and the evil legacy of the previous captain overshadows them with a feeling of supernatural menace.

A Signature Performance: Kenneth Branagh plays this like a campfire ghost story, told by a haunted, slightly insane Marlow.

On a becalmed yawl in the Thames estuary, Marlow tells a tale of Africa. His job there is to find the enigmatic Kurtz, but his journey further and further upriver reveals the brutality of the white Imperialists who run the country. Established as one of the great English novels, and a story of mythic power, Heart of Darkness is rich in meaning – allusive, enthralling, and haunting.

Youth, although written over a century ago, is just as relevant to humans today and I believe for all time. Here Conrad addresses the dimming of our mortal light, that subtle realization in all of us that we are no longer as vital as we once were. That mark in time when we acknowledge to ourselves that we are aging, growing old, dying.

Le fleuve Congo, dans 'Au cœur des ténèbres', est bien plus qu'un simple cours d'eau ; il est une métaphore de l'inconscient humain, de l'obscurité qui sommeille en chacun de nous. En remontant ce fleuve sinueux, Marlow entreprend un voyage intérieur, une exploration des profondeurs de son âme. Au fur et à mesure qu'il avance, les repères de la civilisation s'effacent, laissant place à un monde primitif et sauvage.

In Das Ende vom Lied entwirft Joseph Conrad das eindrucksvolle Porträt eines alternden Kapitäns, der zwischen Loyalität, wirtschaftlichem Druck und innerer Würde zerrieben wird. Mit leiser Dramatik, emotionaler Tiefe und sprachlicher Präzision erzählt Conrad von einem späten Lebensabschnitt, der zur existenziellen Prüfung wird. Ein literarisch anspruchsvolles Werk über Ehre, Selbstaufopferung und das stille Scheitern in einer Welt ökonomischer Zwänge – voller Melancholie und humanistischer Größe.

In this gripping seafaring novella, the crew aboard ships confronts the relentless forces of nature. As they navigate treacherous waters, the narrative unfolds into a profound exploration of human resilience, emotional turmoil, and the far-reaching consequences on social and spiritual existence. - Summary by Anthony Ogus

Set against the backdrop of the South Pacific during the Napoleonic era, Within The Tides follows a self-important English philosopher and his stunningly aloof daughter as they embark on a voyage to clear the name of her wrongly accused fiancé. However, their journey takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a mysterious silk planter with ulterior motives for the beautiful yet dangerously naive daughter. Along the way, a patent medicine salesman teams up with an honest but struggling ship owner, leading to unforeseen complications. A young British naval officer faces a chilling experience ...

Originally published alongside Heart of Darkness and The End of the Tether, this captivating short story represents the essence of youth. Through one of Conrads signature Marlow yarns, we journey aboard the cargo vessel Palestine (referred to as Judea) during its troubled and ultimately doomed voyage from England to Bangkok in 1882-1883, where Conrad himself served as second mate. Unlike some of his darker works, this tale is characterized by a lighthearted and buoyant narration that shines through even in the face of relentless challenges. Join us for a delightful exploration of youthful ...

In this captivating prequel to Almayers Folly, Joseph Conrad delves into the roots of the factional tensions that shape the social dynamics of Sambir, a small settlement on the Pantai River in Borneo. The story revolves around Captain Tom Lingard, a swashbuckling yet somewhat naive freebooter who has long involved himself in the political intrigues of the Malacca Straits, driven by a mix of opportunism and altruism. Lingard has previously appointed Kaspar Almayer as his protégé at a remote trading post in Sambir. When he learns that another former protégé, Peter Willems, is on the verge of...

Explore the depths of self-reflection in Mirror of the Sea, a captivating collection of autobiographical essays penned between 1904 and 1906. Originally published in various magazines, these insightful writings invite readers on a personal journey through the authors experiences and contemplations.

Joseph Conrad, born in what is now Poland and exiled in Russia due to his fathers Polish nationalist ideals, faced immense challenges in his early life, including learning French before speaking English in his late teens. It’s no wonder that his debut novel, Almayers Folly, delves into the complexities of identity and the struggle to define oneself amid conflict and confusion. The story follows Almayer, a despondent Dutch trader living in squalor on a Bornean river, who dreams of striking it rich and bringing his mixed-race daughter, Nina, to the Netherlands, a place unfamiliar to both. ...

As Captain Whalley approaches what should be a restful retirement, he finds himself ensnared by unexpected circumstances and his unwavering sense of duty. A seasoned sailor and a pioneer of eastern maritime trade, he reluctantly takes on a challenging three-year contract to captain a tramp steamer. The owner? None other than the vessels engineer, a mean-spirited and gambling-addicted character. Yet, this tumultuous arrangement is just the beginning of Captain Whalleys trials on the high seas. (Summary by Peter Dann)