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About Joseph Conrad
Polish-British novelist and short story writer
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British novelist and short story writer. He became one of the major figures in English-language fiction, even though he did not speak English fluently until his twenties. He is remembered for the force and style of his prose, and for bringing a non-English perspective into English literature. His work helped shape modern literary fiction through its precision, atmosphere, and distinctive narrative voice.
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Books by Joseph Conrad
Heart of Darkness
2007
The Secret Agent
2012
Lord Jim
1996
Nostromo
2007
The shadow-line
2001