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Nostromo

Joseph Conrad's 'Nostromo' is a classic work of literature that delves into the complexities of human nature and the impact of political and economic forces on individuals. The story is set in the fictional South American republic of Costaguana during the 1850s, focusing on the adventures of the protagonist, Nostromo, and his involvement in a revolution. The novel is renowned for its rich prose and intricate narrative structure, offering readers a profound exploration of themes such as power, justice, and the struggle for self-determination. more

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Joseph Conrad
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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“There is nothing in which deduction is so necessary as in religion," said he, leaning with his back against the shutters. "It can be built up as an exact science by the reasoner. Our highest assurance of the goodness of Providence seems to me to rest in the flowers. All other things, our powers, our desires, our food, are all really necessary for our existence in the first instance. But this rose is an extra. Its smell and its colour are an embellishment of life, not a condition of it. It is only goodness which gives extras, and so I say again that we have much to hope from the flowers.”