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“Who knows what true loneliness is - not the conventional word but the naked terror? To the lonely themselves it wears a mask. The most miserable outcast hugs some memory or some illusion.”

Quote by Joseph Conrad

Book:Under Western Eyes

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Under Western Eyes

Under Western Eyes is a novel by Joseph Conrad, published in 1890. The story is set in the Russian Empire and follows the experiences of a young Russian revolutionary who becomes an agent for the British Secret Service. The novel delves into the complexities of identity, loyalty, and the struggle for political beliefs amidst a backdrop of political turmoil. more

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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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