Under Western Eyes (Unabridged Deluxe Edition)
By Joseph Conrad
Length35h 33m
About this audiobook
In "Under Western Eyes," Joseph Conrad delivers a complex and introspective narrative that probes the murky waters of identity, betrayal, and the clash of cultures at the turn of the 20th century. Set against the politically charged backdrop of Russia and Europe, the novel unfolds through the perspective of an Englishman, offering a rich tapestry of psychological insight and moral ambiguity. Conrad's hallmark prose, infused with existential themes, resonates with the literary movement of modernism, while its exploration of revolutionary ideals reflects the sociopolitical turbulence of the era, inviting readers to ponder the inherent contradictions of the human condition. Joseph Conrad, a Polish-born writer who later became a British citizen, infuses his personal experiences as an outsider into his works, often grappling with themes of colonialism, identity, and cultural dissonance. His seafaring background and encounters with diverse cultures profoundly informed his literary voice, especially in "Under Western Eyes." Here, Conrad's own feelings of alienation and dislocation deeply inform the narrative, paralleling the tumult of early 20th-century ideological struggles. Recommended for scholars of modern literature and enthusiasts of psychological fiction, this unabridged deluxe edition of "Under Western Eyes" is a compelling read that demands contemplation. Conrad's nuanced exploration of human motivations and ethical dilemmas offers timeless relevance, making this book an essential addition to any literary canon.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length35 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26V
2I
27VI
3II
28VII
4III
29I.
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6II
31III.
7III
32IV.
8IV
33V.
9V
34VI.
10I
35VII.
11II
36VIII.
12III
37IX.
13IV
38X.
14I
39XI.
15II
40XII.
16III
41XIII.
17IV
42XIV.
18V
43XV.
19Notes on My Books – “Under Western Eyes”
44XVI.
20MEMOIRS, NOTES & LETTERS
45XVII.
21A FAMILIAR PREFACE
46XVIII.
22I
47XIX.
23II
48XX.
24III
49XXI.
25IV
50XXII.
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