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Lord Jim

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The story revolves around Jim, a young British sailor who abandons his ship, the Patna, during a crisis, leading to his public disgrace. After facing a court trial alone, he is offered a fresh start by Marlow, becoming the post manager in the remote territory of Patusan. There, Jim transforms into a respected leader, earning the admiration of the locals as a protector and spiritual figure. The narrative explores themes of honor, redemption, and the struggle to forge a new identity after a fall from grace.

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Language
English
Released
2022
Pages
314
ISBN13
9789356562622
Series
First published
1900
Original title
Lord Jim
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3.75 out of 5
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The story revolves around Jim, a young British sailor who abandons his ship, the Patna, during a crisis, leading to his public disgrace. After facing a court trial alone, he is offered a fresh start by Marlow, becoming the post manager in the remote territory of Patusan. There, Jim transforms into a respected leader, earning the admiration of the locals as a protector and spiritual figure. The narrative explores themes of honor, redemption, and the struggle to forge a new identity after a fall from grace.