Notes on My Books by Joseph Conrad

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Title Notes on My Books
Note Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Janet Blenkinship and also, thanks to Michael
Kerwin of Occidental College for supplying images of the
missing pages from the book I had in hand, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary "Notes on My Books" by Joseph Conrad is a reflective collection written in the early 20th century. The text serves as a commentary on several of Conrad's earlier works, exploring themes, characters, and the creative process behind his novels such as "Almayer’s Folly," "Lord Jim," and "Heart of Darkness.” The author reveals his thoughts and feelings about storytelling, the nature of creativity, and the cultural contexts of his narratives. At the start of the text, Conrad discusses his literary journey, recounting how significant works like "Almayer’s Folly" and "An Outcast of the Islands" came to be conceived and written. He reflects on the character of Willems, the tensions within stories set in exotic locales, and how critical perceptions sometimes fail to grasp the nuances of life in those contexts. Each notable work is briefly introduced and dissected, presenting not just a summary but also the emotional and intellectual struggles that accompanied their creation. Conrad’s tone is both personal and analytical, emphasizing the complexity and depth of his literary output. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924 -- Criticism and interpretation
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