Suspense: A Napoleonic Novel" is a classic book, that has held significant value throughout history, and to ensure its timeless wisdom is never lost, Alpha Editions has carefully preserved it by republishing it in a modern, accessible format for both present and future generations. Thoughtfully reformatted, retyped, and newly designed, this edition offers a clear and readable text-free from scanned copies of the original work. Alpha Editions is dedicated to breathing new life into antique and classic books, making these literary treasures available once again for readers who cherish history, culture, and timeless knowledge.…mehr
Suspense: A Napoleonic Novel" is a classic book, that has held significant value throughout history, and to ensure its timeless wisdom is never lost, Alpha Editions has carefully preserved it by republishing it in a modern, accessible format for both present and future generations. Thoughtfully reformatted, retyped, and newly designed, this edition offers a clear and readable text-free from scanned copies of the original work. Alpha Editions is dedicated to breathing new life into antique and classic books, making these literary treasures available once again for readers who cherish history, culture, and timeless knowledge.
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-born English novelist renowned for his works, particularly "Heart of Darkness," which offers a fictionalized account of colonial Africa. "Youth" is a compelling exploration of ambition, nostalgia, and the fleeting nature of youth, leaving behind a lasting impact on readers. In his mid-teens, Conrad left Poland to evade conscription into the Russian Army, joining the French Merchant Marine and later working as a gunrunner during the wartime. Eventually, he sailed on British ships, learning English from his crew. After becoming a Master Mariner and serving for over a good sixteen years, a pivotal experience that inspired him to write. Conrad s journey to Africa, where he witnessed the brutal realities of colonial rule, profoundly impacted him. Influenced by various French and English writers, Conrad is celebrated as one of the most powerful and insightful novelists in the English literary canon, blending his unique cultural sensibilities with his storytelling.
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Preface Acknowledgements Chronology Abbreviations and note on editions Introduction Suspense The text: an essay Apparatus Appendices Explanatory notes Glossary.
Preface Acknowledgements Chronology Abbreviations and note on editions Introduction Suspense The text: an essay Apparatus Appendices Explanatory notes Glossary.
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