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Set against the backdrop of St. Petersburg and Geneva, this novel delves into themes of revolution and identity, reflecting Conrad's personal history and his complex relationship with Dostoevsky's work. The narrative explores the psychological struggles of its characters, paralleling Conrad's own experiences as the son of a revolutionary. During its creation, the author faced a significant emotional crisis, further intertwining his life with the story. This work serves as both a critique of and a dialogue with the philosophical questions of morality and duty.
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Under Western Eyes, Joseph Conrad
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Under Western Eyes
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 216
- ISBN13
- 9781618959546
- Series
- First published
- 1911
- Original title
- Under Western Eyes
- Rating
- 3.7 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of St. Petersburg and Geneva, this novel delves into themes of revolution and identity, reflecting Conrad's personal history and his complex relationship with Dostoevsky's work. The narrative explores the psychological struggles of its characters, paralleling Conrad's own experiences as the son of a revolutionary. During its creation, the author faced a significant emotional crisis, further intertwining his life with the story. This work serves as both a critique of and a dialogue with the philosophical questions of morality and duty.