Tales of Hearsay: Malay Edition, (Hardcover)

<p>"Tales of Hearsay" is a compelling posthumous collection of short stories by the master of maritime and psychological fiction, Joseph Conrad. This volume showcases Conrad's profound ability to navigate the complexities of the human soul against the backdrop of the sea and historical upheaval. The collection features diverse narratives that span different eras and locales, including "The Warrior's Soul," a haunting tale set during Napoleon's retreat from Moscow, and "Prince Roman," a rare and poignant exploration of the author's own Polish heritage. Also included is "The Tale," a maritime mystery set during the First World War, and "The Black Mate," one of Conrad's earliest ventures into fiction.</p><p>Throughout "Tales of Hearsay," themes of honor, duty, and the elusive nature of truth predominate. Conrad's evocative prose captures the atmospheric tension of life at sea and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the currents of history. These stories offer a unique glimpse into the stylistic evolution and thematic depth of one of the most significant figures in modern literature. This collection remains an essential work for readers interested in the intersection of adventure, psychological realism, and the enduring legacy of Joseph Conrad's literary genius.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Tales of Hearsay: Malay Edition, (Hardcover)
• Author: Joseph Conrad
• ISBN: 9781025441672
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 148