Almayer's Folly: A Story of an Eastern River
1895
Published in 1895, 'Almayer's Folly' is Joseph Conrad's first novel, set in the jungles of Borneo. It follows Kaspar Almayer, a Dutch trader whose dreams of wealth and success for his daughter, Nina, unravel due to his own greed and cultural prejudices. The narrative explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the complexities of colonialism, reflecting on the personal and societal conflicts that arise in Almayer's life. This work marks the beginning of Conrad's exploration of the darker aspects of imperialism and human nature.
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“The well-known shrill voice startled Almayer from his dream of splendid future into the unpleasant realities of the present hour. An unpleasant voice too. He had heard it for many years, and with every year he liked it less. No matter; there would be an end to all this soon.””
— Joseph Conrad
“while under the unsteady hand of the statesman of Sambir the Trovatore fitfully wept, wailed, and bade good-bye to his Leonore again and again in a mournful round of tearful and endless iteration.””
— Joseph Conrad
“Let her go. To-morrow I shall forget. I am a firm man, . . . firm as a . . . rock, . . . firm . . .””
— Joseph Conrad
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