Chance: A Tale in Two Parts
1913
Published in 1913, 'Chance: A Tale in Two Parts' by Joseph Conrad follows Charles Powell, a young seafarer navigating the unpredictable nature of life at sea. The narrative delves into themes of fate, love, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly focusing on the impact of chance encounters on Powell's journey. Set against the backdrop of a riverside inn, the story reflects on the disillusionment and aspirations of sailors, making it a poignant exploration of the harsh realities they face.
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“Being a woman is a terribly difficult trade since it consists principally of dealings with men.””
— Joseph Conrad
“It was one of those dewy, clear, starry nights, oppressing our spirit, crushing our pride, by the brilliant evidence of the awful loneliness, of the hopeless obscure insignificance of our globe lost in the splendid revelation of a glittering, soulless universe.””
— Joseph Conrad
“The solitude of the sea intensifies the thoughts and the facts of one's experience which seems to lie at the very centre of the world, as the ship which carries one always remains the centre figure of the round horizon.””
— Joseph Conrad
“Man, we know, cannot live by bread alone but hang me if I don’t believe that some women could live by love alone.””
— Joseph Conrad
