Nostromo - Joseph Conrad - Bog

Nostromo: A Tale Of The Seaboard is a novel by Joseph Conrad that tells the story of a man named Nostromo who lives and works in the fictional South American country of Costaguana. The book is set in the late 19th century and explores themes of imperialism, corruption, and the human condition.Nostromo, a skilled sailor and adventurer, becomes involved in a plot to smuggle silver out of the country. He is trusted by both the local government and the rebels who seek to overthrow it, and he must navigate a complex political landscape to keep the silver safe and maintain his own reputation.As the story unfolds, Nostromo becomes increasingly embroiled in the conflicts and power struggles of Costaguana. He is forced to confront his own beliefs and values as he grapples with the consequences of his actions.The novel is known for its complex characters, vivid descriptions of the South American landscape, and its exploration of the human psyche. It is considered one of Conrad's greatest works and is often studied in literature courses around the world.IN THE time of Spanish rule, and for many years afterwards, the town of Sulaco--the luxuriant beauty of the orange gardens bears witness to its antiquity--had never been commercially anything more important than a coasting port with a fairly large local trade in ox-hides and indigo.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.