“There is no peace and no rest in the development of material interests. They have their law, and their justice. But it is founded on expediency, and is inhuman; it is without rectitude, without the continuity and the force that can be found only in a moral principle.”
Quote by Joseph Conrad
Work
Nostromo: A Tale of the Seaboard
Joseph Conrad's 'Nostromo' is a classic work of literature that delves into the political and social turmoil of a fictional South American seaport during the 19th century. The story revolves around the character Nostromo, a man of mysterious origins, and his involvement in a revolution. The novel is renowned for its complex narrative structure and rich, evocative prose. more
Author
Joseph Conrad
Joseph Conrad, born on December 3, 1857 in Poland and died on August 3, 1924 in the United Kingdom, was a renowned British author of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is known for his profound descriptions of maritime life and his insightful explorations of human nature. more
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