Joseph Conrad: A Personal Remembrance
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Ford Madox Ford's memoir, 'Joseph Conrad: A Personal Remembrance,' provides a glimpse into the life and mind of the renowned novelist through a collection of personal anecdotes and recollections. Ford's close association with Conrad offers a unique perspective on the writer's personality, working methods, and literary influences. The memoir also includes extensive quotations from Conrad's works, offering a taste of his distinctive prose style and the profound themes explored in his writing. Ford's insights shed light on Conrad's struggles and triumphs as a writer, his dedication to his craft, and his complex relationship with the English language. This memoir serves as a valuable resource for those interested in Conrad's life and literary legacy.Book Details
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Ford Madox Ford (né Joseph Leopold Ford Hermann Madox Hueffer) was an English novelist, poet, critic and editor whose journals The English Review and The Transatla...
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