Nostromo

A trusted sailor attempts to transport valuable cargo in the midst of a violent rebellion. Nostromo, by Joseph Conrad, explores the allure and relentless pursuit of capitalism in a South American republic. This is a captivating story that illustrates the dangers of greed and the impending consequences of one’s actions.

Info autore

Joseph Conrad (1857–1924) was born in Berdychiv, Ukraine and had an unconventional childhood. His father was a writer and political activist who harshly criticized the Russian government. The family constantly traveled and by age 11, Conrad had lost both parents to tuberculosis. He spent his formative years with an uncle before embarking on a career as a merchant marine. During his downtown, Conrad would write stories inspired by his many experiences. His first novel, Almayer's Folly, was published in 1895 followed by his most acclaimed works, Lord Jim (1900) and Heart of Darkness (1902).

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Joseph Conrad
• Editore: Ingram Publishers Services
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 08.12.2020
• EAN: 9781513269368
• ISBN: 978-1-5132-6936-8
• Pagine: 404
• Illustrazioni: Illustrationen, nicht spezifiziert
• Serie: Mint Editions; Mint Editions—Literary Fiction; Mint Editions (Literary Fiction)
• Categorie: Narrativa > Romanzi; Historical fiction, FICTION / Action & Adventure, Classic fiction (pre c 1945), Classic fiction: general and literary