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The story follows Jim, a young British seaman who, as first mate on the Patna, faces a crisis when the ship begins to sink with pilgrims aboard. In a moment of panic, he abandons the vessel, leading to public disgrace. The narrative delves into his subsequent struggles with guilt and redemption as he seeks to reconcile his actions and find meaning in his life after the traumatic event. Themes of honor, responsibility, and the quest for self-forgiveness are central to his journey.
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- Title
- Lord Jim
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- SMK Books
- Released
- 2013
- Pages
- 282
- ISBN13
- 9781617209185
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Adventure, Classics, England, English Literature, Adapted for Film, Escape, Seas and Oceans, Seafaring, Honor, Southeast Asia
- First published
- 1900
- Original title
- Lord Jim
- Rating
- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- The story follows Jim, a young British seaman who, as first mate on the Patna, faces a crisis when the ship begins to sink with pilgrims aboard. In a moment of panic, he abandons the vessel, leading to public disgrace. The narrative delves into his subsequent struggles with guilt and redemption as he seeks to reconcile his actions and find meaning in his life after the traumatic event. Themes of honor, responsibility, and the quest for self-forgiveness are central to his journey.