Tales Of Hearsay by Joseph Conrad
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About this eBook
| Author | Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924 |
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| Title | Tales Of Hearsay |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The warrior's soul -- Prince Roman -- The tale -- The black mate. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Tales of Hearsay" by Joseph Conrad is a collection of narratives written in the early 20th century. This work, marked by Conrad’s typical exploration of the human condition against the backdrop of historical events, delves into themes of love, duty, and the specter of war. The initial story introduces us to figures shaped by profound experiences, particularly set during the Napoleonic Wars, illuminating the conflict between personal aspirations and the harsh realities of military life. The opening of "Tales of Hearsay" presents a Russian cavalry officer reflecting on a brutal encounter with the ill-fated Grand Army of Napoleon during their retreat from Moscow. As the officer recounts his past, he introduces Tomassov, a young and poetic soldier deeply affected by his romantic memories of a French woman. During a charge, Tomassov unexpectedly encounters a French soldier seeking a merciful death, creating a moral and emotional dilemma. The narrative intricately portrays Tomassov's internal struggle, the weight of compassion in wartime, and hints at the complexities of human relationships amid conflict, setting a poignant tone for the stories to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17732 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 116 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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