The End of the Tether: and Other Stories

The End of the Tether, The Duel, The Return, and Amy Foster are four stories by Joseph Conrad that explore the theme of radical insecurity and the confrontation of lone human beings with a terrifying universe. These works remind readers that Conrad is not just a sea story teller and imperialist action author, but also a master of the terror element in modern literature. Oxford World's Classics has made available a wide range of literature from around the globe for over 100 years, reflecting Oxford's commitment to scholarship and providing accurate texts with valuable features such as expert introductions, helpful notes, and up-to-date bibliographies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Conrad's portrayal of civilized and morally tolerable human life in his collection of four tales is a haunting portrayal of radical insecurity. The characters in these stories are lone human beings, involuntarily thrust into a confrontation with a terrifying universe in which they can never truly feel at home. The collection begins with "The End of the Tether," a powerful tale that sets the tone for the rest.

Included in this collection are "The Duel," "The Return," and "Amy Foster - Sailor, Soldier, Rich Man, Immigrant." These shorter works serve as a reminder that Conrad is not just known for his sea stories and tales of imperialist action, but also for his mastery of the terror element in modern literature. He delves into global crises, individual tests, and personal traumas, creating a sense of unease and dread that lingers with the reader long after the last page is turned.

For over 100 years, Oxford World's Classics has been a trusted source of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume in their collection reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text accompanied by a wealth of valuable features. Expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more make these volumes an essential resource for scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.

Conrad's portrayal of civilized and morally tolerable human life in his collection of four tales is a haunting portrayal of radical insecurity. The characters in these stories are lone human beings, involuntarily thrust into a confrontation with a terrifying universe in which they can never truly feel at home. The collection begins with "The End of the Tether," a powerful tale that sets the tone for the rest.

Included in this collection are "The Duel," "The Return," and "Amy Foster - Sailor, Soldier, Rich Man, Immigrant." These shorter works serve as a reminder that Conrad is not just known for his sea stories and tales of imperialist action, but also for his mastery of the terror element in modern literature. He delves into global crises, individual tests, and personal traumas, creating a sense of unease and dread that lingers with the reader long after the last page is turned.

For over 100 years, Oxford World's Classics has been a trusted source of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume in their collection reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text accompanied by a wealth of valuable features. Expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more make these volumes an essential resource for scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 117 x 197 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192896827