Chance: A Tale in Two Parts by Joseph Conrad

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Title Chance: A Tale in Two Parts
Credits Nick Hodson of London, England
Revised by Richard Tonsing.
Summary "Chance: A Tale in Two Parts" by Joseph Conrad is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Charles Powell, a young man eager to embark on his maritime career as a second mate. The narrative delves into themes of opportunity, responsibility, and the intersection of fate and human desires, showcasing Powell’s initial experiences and interactions with characters who shape his outlook on life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Powell during a dinner at a riverside inn, where he meets a fellow yachtsman who shares reminiscences of life's challenges and the importance of responsibility at sea. This man, who also bears the name Powell, incites contemplation in the young sailor about his aspirations and the realities of pursuing a maritime career. Following a series of chance encounters and illuminating conversations, Powell finds himself looking to secure a position aboard a ship named the "Ferndale", undergoing both the anticipation and anxiety of stepping into the unknown world of seafaring life, thus capturing the essence of the human condition in the face of life's arbitrary turns. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Sea stories
Subject Psychological fiction
Subject Young women -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Fathers and daughters -- Fiction
Subject Children of prisoners -- Fiction
Subject Ship captains' spouses -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 23506
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 20, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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