The Inheritors by Joseph Conrad and Ford Madox Ford

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Author Ford, Ford Madox, 1873-1939
Title The Inheritors
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Summary "The Inheritors" by Joseph Conrad and Ford Madox Ford is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically in the early 1900s. The narrative revolves around a writer who crosses paths with a mysterious young woman who claims to come from the Fourth Dimension, leading to philosophical discussions about identity, existence, and the future of humanity. The interplay between the protagonist and this enigmatic figure hints at deeper themes of societal change and cultural displacement. The opening of "The Inheritors" introduces the main character, a solitary writer embroiled in conversations with a captivating stranger. He feels both attraction and irritation towards her as she engages him in dialogues about their respective backgrounds and the radical ideas she represents, particularly her claim of belonging to a new race poised to inherit the Earth. As they traverse a picturesque landscape, the protagonist is both enchanted and unsettled by her views on existence, which challenge his own ideals and position in a transforming society. This initial exchange sets the stage for themes of alienation, evolution, and the struggle between traditional values and modernity that permeate the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Science fiction
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EBook-No. 14888
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Most Recently Updated Feb 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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