Falk: A Reminiscence by Joseph Conrad

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Author Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924
Title Falk: A Reminiscence
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falk_(short_story)
Note Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Judith Boss and David Widger
Summary "Falk: A Reminiscence" by Joseph Conrad is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the experiences of an unnamed narrator, who recounts tales of life at sea, weaving in stories about his interactions with various characters, including Captain Hermann and the elusive Falk, who captains a tugboat. The opening sets a reflective tone, exploring themes of maritime life, camaraderie, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the sea’s enduring and capricious nature. At the start of the reminiscence, we are introduced to a gathering of men connected by their experiences at sea, dining at a river-hostelry near London. The conversation drifts among tales of maritime adventures, with the protagonist observing the interactions and the ambiance around him. As they admire a passing barque, Hermann reminisces about a peculiar episode from his past involving his ship and the enigmatic Captain Falk, a tugboat operator known for his mercurial nature and business dealings. This initial scene effectively establishes a reflective and nostalgic mood, hinting at the tensions and undercurrents between the characters while setting the stage for deeper explorations of their relationships and the repercussions of their maritime lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 493
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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