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Set at sea, this novella follows a young man's transformative journey as he assumes command of a ship in the Orient. The "shadow line" symbolizes a pivotal threshold in his personal and professional growth. Written during 1915 and first published in 1916, it showcases Conrad's exploration of themes such as maturity, responsibility, and the challenges faced in leadership. The narrative captures the essence of maritime life while delving into the psychological complexities of its protagonist.
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The Shadow Line, Joseph Conrad
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- 2020
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- Title
- The Shadow Line
- Subtitle
- A Confession
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 146
- ISBN13
- 9781618959126
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Adventure, Classics, 20th century, England, English Literature, Coming Of Age, Seas and Oceans, Narration, Seafaring, Storm
- Original title
- The shadow line
- Rating
- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- Set at sea, this novella follows a young man's transformative journey as he assumes command of a ship in the Orient. The "shadow line" symbolizes a pivotal threshold in his personal and professional growth. Written during 1915 and first published in 1916, it showcases Conrad's exploration of themes such as maturity, responsibility, and the challenges faced in leadership. The narrative captures the essence of maritime life while delving into the psychological complexities of its protagonist.