Youth, A Narrative by Joseph Conrad
This novella is a captivating tale that centers around the reminiscences of Marlow, a seasoned seafarer, as he recounts his early experiences at sea to a group of friends. The narrative focuses on Marlow's first independent command as a young captain of a ship destined for Bangkok, which carries a cargo of coal. The journey is fraught with challenges, including a fire aboard the ship, which tests the crew's resilience and Marlow's leadership. Through this adventure, the story explores themes of youth, the passage of time, and the nature of memory, as Marlow reflects on the exuberance and optimism of his younger self, contrasting it with his more tempered outlook in later years.
The 14410th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1898
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 166
- Original Language
- English
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- One Hundred Best Books (1916) (John Cowper Powys)