Name: Lord jim (in Spanish)
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9788441410978

Type

Physical Book

Author

Joseph Conrad

Publisher

Edaf

Topic

Literature

Year

2002

Language

Spanish

Pages

448

Format

Paperback

ISBN

8441410976

ISBN13

9788441410978

Edited in

España

Edition No.

Synopsis "Lord jim (in Spanish)"

La novela Lord Jim, del autor polaco nacionalizado británico Joseph Conrad, se publicó en el año 1900. Aunque siempre se ha considerado una de las obras culminantes del género de aventuras, en la que su autor, como antiguo marino que era, reflejó su conocimiento de la mar, de sus gentes y d epaíses exóticos, Conrad pretendió sobre todo trazar el retrato psicológico de un joven idealista y sediento de aventuras que descubre cuán difícil es el valor en situaciones extremas. El protagonista tiene un día un momento de flaqueza en el cumplimiento de su deber. La deshonra lo persigue desde entonces, y Jim, atormentado, huye de la sociedad y de sí mismo. Por fin, en un país remoto y semicivilizado, alcanza la gloria y el amor. Pero allí deberá afrontar todavía la prueba definitiva.

Joseph Conrad

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Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) was a Polish-British writer known for his tales about the sea, colonialism, and the psychological struggles of individuals facing adversity. His work is characterized by the exploration of themes such as morality, despair, and the absurdity of human existence. Born in Ukraine, Conrad spent much of his life as a sailor before turning to writing, which significantly influenced his narrative style.

Among his most notable works are Heart of Darkness (1899), Lord Jim (1900), and Nostromo (1904). Although he did not receive major awards during his lifetime, his influence on 20th-century literature is undeniable, being considered a precursor of modern narrative.

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