Youth, a Narrative by Joseph Conrad

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Title Youth, a Narrative
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Youth_(Conrad_short_story)
Note Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Youth, a Narrative" by Joseph Conrad is a novella written in the early 20th century. This literary work recounts a voyage filled with adventure and challenges, exploring themes of youth, nostalgia, and the harsh realities of life at sea. The story takes place during a maritime journey that encapsulates the struggles and aspirations of the young protagonist as he embarks on his first significant role as a second mate on an aging ship. The narrative is framed around Marlow, a seafarer who recounts a formative experience from his youth. He details his initial voyage aboard the barque Judea, which quickly spirals into a harrowing adventure marked by a relentless series of storms and misfortunes, such as leaks and spontaneous combustion of cargo. As the crew faces physical and emotional challenges, Marlow's youthful optimism clashes with the reality of their situation. The tale culminates in catastrophe when the ship ultimately bursts into flames, leaving Marlow and the remnants of the crew to drift in lifeboats. Through vivid descriptions and poignant reflections, Conrad paints a compelling portrait of the tumult of youth, the allure of the sea, and the inevitable passage of time, highlighting that the trials faced during those formative years shape one’s character for life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Sea stories
Subject Adventure stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 525
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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