The prose of Joseph Conrad, one of the greatest English-speaking novelists of the 20th century, combines realism, poetic quality, and philosophical reflection on the most difficult-to-explain movements of the human soul. His works, possessing all the features and advantages of an adventure novel, transport the reader to a space beyond time, where morality battles the temptations of power, where cultures collide, and where the battle between man and himself unfolds.
This edition includes the most famous works of Joseph Conrad.
«Heart of Darkness» is an undeniable masterpiece that immerses the reader in the unfathomable abyss of human nature, revealing the hidden shadows within it. The relentless search for a mysterious ivory trader, entrenched deep in the jungle, leads the narrator to the upper reaches of the Congo River, and as he progresses into the jungle, he and his surroundings increasingly lose touch with reality, penetrating into the darkness that lies within the human heart.
«Lord Jim» is a classic story of sin and redemption that takes on new facets. Jim, a young and brave English sailor, despises himself for the decision made in a difficult situation. From that moment, he strives eastward, into the depths of Asia, in hopes of finding redemption.
«Nostromo» is one of Conrad's best novels. A tense, dramatic narrative, impressive with subtropical colors and imbued with a rebellious spirit.
The design of the edition features illustrations by Peter Pinkisevich, as well as American and European artists.