The Secret Sharer and Other Stories (riverrun editions)
Selected and with an Introduction by Neil Rennie
(Author) Joseph Conrad'Sailing away, he survived at sea, then on foreign land, and then by writing - re-living his life, many times, many ways, in English fiction' Neil Rennie, from his preface to The Secret Sharer and Other Stories The stories in this selection show the intense influence of Conrad's many voyages and his varied reading. He was able to dramatize his personal international experiences as he journeyed from Europe to Africa and the East, while absorbing the influence of Stevenson's adventure romances, and the realism of Flaubert and Maupassant. 'An Outpost of Progress' is a response to what Conrad witnessed in the Congo; 'Youth' turns to his early days at sea; 'Amy Foster' explores the strangeness and hostility of England to foreigners; 'The Secret Sharer' charts his time as a ship's captain; 'A Smile of Fortune' returns to the island of Mauritius; and 'The Planter of Malata' opens in a great colonial city in Australia. Neil Rennie's preface examines the interweaving of Conrad's life and work, and the development of his art.
Joseph Conrad
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British writer known for his exploration of human nature and the complexities of colonialism. His most notable works include "Heart of Darkness," "Lord Jim," and "Nostromo." Conrad's literary style is characterized by intricate narratives, psychological depth, and vivid descriptions of exotic settings. He is credited with pioneering modernist literature and influencing generations of writers with his themes of existentialism, moral ambiguity, and the destructive effects of power. "Heart of Darkness" is Conrad's most famous work, a haunting tale of imperialism and the darkness within the human soul. Conrad's contributions to literature continue to be celebrated for their profound insights into the human condition and the complexities of the modern world.
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