Name: Alma Negra (in Spanish)
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9788415177890

Type

Physical Book

Author

Joseph Conrad

Publisher

Espuela De Plata

Collection

Literatura Universal

Year

2013

Language

Spanish

Pages

160

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

17.00 x 12.00

ISBN

8415177895

ISBN13

9788415177890

Edited in

España

Edition No.

Synopsis "Alma Negra (in Spanish)"

Este texto de Conrad es, en palabras de Borges, "acaso el más intenso de los relatos que la imaginación humana ha labrado". Estamos ante una obra maestra. La narración de un viaje en busca de Kurtz, personaje huidizo que se acaba convirtiendo en presencia enigmática, ubicua e inquietante. Relato del marino Charlie Marlow que rememora su aventura, remontando un gran río en forma de serpiente hasta encontrar a Kurtz, un viaje que se convierte en un descenso dantesco al centro del horror, al corazón oscuro y tenebroso de nuestra alma negra.

Joseph Conrad

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Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) was a Polish-British writer known for his tales about the sea, colonialism, and the psychological struggles of individuals facing adversity. His work is characterized by the exploration of themes such as morality, despair, and the absurdity of human existence. Born in Ukraine, Conrad spent much of his life as a sailor before turning to writing, which significantly influenced his narrative style.

Among his most notable works are Heart of Darkness (1899), Lord Jim (1900), and Nostromo (1904). Although he did not receive major awards during his lifetime, his influence on 20th-century literature is undeniable, being considered a precursor of modern narrative.

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