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Lord Jim

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  • 426 pages
  • 15 hours of reading

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The narrative follows Jim, a young British seaman who faces disgrace after abandoning a distressed ship. Struggling to find his place in the world, he receives guidance from Captain Marlow to seek redemption in Patusan, a remote island village. There, he earns the respect of the locals and is honored with the title of Lord Jim, allowing him to reclaim his dignity and purpose. The story explores themes of honor, redemption, and the complexities of human character against the backdrop of colonial adventure.

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Language
English
Publisher
Culturea
Released
2023
Pages
426
ISBN13
9791041802326
Series
First published
1900
Original title
Lord Jim
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3.75 out of 5
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The narrative follows Jim, a young British seaman who faces disgrace after abandoning a distressed ship. Struggling to find his place in the world, he receives guidance from Captain Marlow to seek redemption in Patusan, a remote island village. There, he earns the respect of the locals and is honored with the title of Lord Jim, allowing him to reclaim his dignity and purpose. The story explores themes of honor, redemption, and the complexities of human character against the backdrop of colonial adventure.