Conrad and His Contemporaries: Souvenirs

By J. H. Retinger

Book Overview

""Conrad and His Contemporaries"" is a literary critique written by J.H. Retinger that explores the works of Joseph Conrad, a prominent writer of the early 20th century, and his contemporaries. The book examines the themes, styles, and techniques used by Conrad and compares them to other writers of the same era, such as Henry James, D.H. Lawrence, and Virginia Woolf. Retinger delves into the cultural and historical context in which Conrad and his peers wrote, analyzing the impact of colonialism, modernity, and the shifting social norms of the time. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Conrad's literary career, from his early works to his later, more experimental pieces. It also includes a detailed analysis of some of his most famous works, such as ""Heart of Darkness"" and ""Lord Jim."" Overall, ""Conrad and His Contemporaries"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literary movements of the early 20th century and the works of Joseph Conrad in particular.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432567527
• ISBN13: 9781432567521
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"