'Twixt Land & Sea: Tales by Joseph Conrad

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Title 'Twixt Land & Sea: Tales
Alternate Title 'Twixt Land and Sea: Tales
Note Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents A smile of fortune — The secret sharer — Freya of the Seven Isles.
Credits David Price
Summary "Twixt Land & Sea: Tales" by Joseph Conrad is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book features three tales, including "A Smile of Fortune," which introduces readers to the life of a sea captain navigating the complexities of trade and personal relationships against the backdrop of a tropical island. The primary character is a ship captain grappling with the tension between his commercial duties and the allure of the enigmatic local environment, encapsulated in his interaction with Mr. Jacobus, a peculiar merchant whose motives are both business-driven and mysterious. The opening of "A Smile of Fortune" sets a vivid scene as the captain approaches the island known as the "Pearl of the Ocean" after a lengthy voyage. Enthralled by its beauty, he is soon confronted by the practicalities of trade and the superstitions that haunt seafaring life. As he prepares for an essential business meeting, he navigates not only the physical challenges of landing but also the psychological turmoil that stems from reliance on luck and the unpredictable nature of human interactions. His unease grows as he encounters Mr. Jacobus, whose seemingly friendly demeanor hides complex undercurrents of commercial rivalry and local gossip, hinting at deeper themes of moral ambiguity and the nature of business in a colonial context. This rich narrative reveals the captain's struggles with his identity and the expectations placed upon him, foreshadowing the intricate relationships that will unfold throughout the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Ship captains -- Fiction
Subject Indian Ocean -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1055
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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