A Set of Six

by Joseph Conrad

Overview

A masterful collection of six captivating tales, "A Set of Six" by Joseph Conrad delves into the complexities of human nature and the often-conflicting forces that drive us. From the depths of the sea to the shadows of political intrigue, these stories traverse diverse landscapes and themes, offering readers an unforgettable journey through the human experience. Conrad's characteristic psychological insights, evocative prose, and vivid characterizations make each story a timeless treasure. Whether you are a fan of his longer works or new to Conrad's literary genius, "A Set of Six" promises to captivate, challenge, and leave an indelible impression on your soul.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789355275356
Publisher:	Mjp Publishers
Publication date:	10/01/2023
Pages:	182
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.56(d)

About the Author

Allan H. Simmons is Emeritus Professor at St Mary's University, Twickenham. He is General Editor of the Cambridge Edition, for which he has edited a number of volumes, including An Outcast of the Islands (2016) and The Nigger of the 'Narcissus' (2017). A member of the executive of the Joseph Conrad Society, he is Advisory Editor of The Conradian.

Michael Foster was a Senior Lecturer (Retired) at St Mary's University, Twickenham, in English and Applied Linguistics. He was Programme Director for English Language and Literature and for the post-graduate course in Applied Linguistics.

Owen Knowles is a Research Fellow in the Department of English at the University of Hull. An ex-editor of The Conradian, he has also published numerous works on Joseph Conrad, including the Oxford Reader's Companion to Conrad (with Gene M. Moore, 2001) and A Conrad Chronology (2014).

Date of Birth:

December 3, 1857

Date of Death:

August 3, 1924

Place of Birth:

Berdiczew, Podolia, Russia

Place of Death:

Bishopsbourne, Kent, England

Education:

Tutored in Switzerland. Self-taught in classical literature. Attended maritime school in Marseilles, France

Table of Contents

List of illustrations; General Editors' Preface; Acknowledgements; Chronology; Abbreviations and Note on Editions; Introduction; A Set of Six; The Texts: An Essay; Apparatus; Textual Notes; Appendices; Explanatory Notes; Glossaries; Maps.

Editorial Reviews

The six stories in this volume are the result of some three or four years of occasional work. The dates of their writing are far apart, their origins are various. None of them are connected directly with personal experiences. In all of them the facts are inherently true, by which I mean that they are not only possible but that they have actually happened.

For instance, the last story in the volume, the one I call Pathetic, whose first title is Il Conde (misspelt by-the-by) is an almost verbatim transcript of the tale told me by a very charming old gentleman whom I met in Italy. I don’t mean to say it is only that.

[AUTHOR'S NOTE]

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