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Quote by Joseph Conrad

“Mankind," asserted the Professor with a self-confident glitter of his iron-rimmed spectacles, "does not know what it wants.”

Quote by Joseph Conrad

Book:The Secret Agent

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The Secret Agent

A gripping narrative set in the late 19th century, this book delves into the world of espionage and political intrigue through the eyes of a secret agent. 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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