The Shadow Line: A Confession by Joseph Conrad

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Title The Shadow Line: A Confession
Credits Produced by Judith Boss and David Widger
Summary "The Shadow Line: A Confession" by Joseph Conrad is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative delves into the complexities of navigating the threshold between youth and maturity, focusing on the psychological struggles and existential reflections of the protagonist, who is a young sea captain faced with discontent and the desire for change. At the start of the story, the protagonist reflects on the nature of early youth and the moments of dissatisfaction that can prompt rash actions, such as abruptly quitting his seafaring job. Set in an Eastern port, he describes his feelings of restlessness and the fleeting glamour of his former life at sea, highlighting his interactions with a diverse cast of characters, including his sympathetic captain and a scornful engineer. This opening section sets the stage for his encounter with the steward of the Officers' Home and his eventual transition into taking command of a mysterious ship, spurring a journey of self-discovery and the challenges that come with leadership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Sea stories
Subject Ship captains -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 451
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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