Description
By: Joseph Conrad (1857-1924)
Tales of Unrest by Joseph Conrad is a captivating collection of stories that explores themes of uncertainty, disillusionment, and moral ambiguity. The author’s writing style is rich and complex, drawing readers into the intricate emotional landscapes of his characters.
Each story in the collection is thought-provoking and poignant, delving into the depths of human experience and examining the darker sides of human nature. Conrad’s characters are vivid and multi-dimensional, each grappling with their own internal conflicts and dilemmas.
One of the standout stories in the collection is “The Lagoon,” which follows the tragic tale of a man caught between loyalty to his brother and his own desires. The story is a masterful exploration of the complexities of family bonds and the consequences of betrayal.
Overall, Tales of Unrest is a powerful and compelling collection of stories that showcase Joseph Conrad’s mastery of storytelling and his keen insight into the human condition. Fans of classic literature and psychological fiction will find much to appreciate in this thought-provoking collection.
Book Description:
Tales of Unrest (1898) is the first collection of short stories by Joseph Conrad published in his lifetime.
Joseph Conrad (1857–1924), a Polish-born English novelist, was a master in the formats of long short story and novella, a form of story longer than conventional short story but shorter than a novel. Some of Conrad’s most acclaimed works have been written in these formats, most notably Heart of Darkness (1899).
Tales of Unrest contains five stories; Karain: A Memory (written 1897; read by Jhiu), The Idiots (1896; read by Ann Boulais), An Outpost of Progress (1896; read by Kristine Bekere), The Return (1897; read by Raerity) and The Lagoon (1896; read by David Lazarus). Author’s note read by Sibella Denton.
