Set Of Six

Set of Six

by Joseph Conrad

Set of Six is a collection of six short stories by Joseph Conrad. Each story explores a different aspect of the human condition, from the destructive power of revenge to the redemptive power of love. The stories are set in a variety of locations, from the South American jungle to the Napoleonic Wars, and feature a cast of characters who are as complex and flawed as they are unforgettable.

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Joseph Conrad

Poland, England

Joseph Conrad (born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski, was a Polish-British writer regarded as one of the greatest novelists to write in the English language. Though he did not speak English flu...

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