The Inn Of The Two Witches - Joseph Conrad - Bog

The Inn of the Two Witches is a novel written by Joseph Conrad, a Polish-British writer, and published in 1913. The story is set in the early 17th century, in the small town of Wischau, located in the heart of Bohemia, which is now part of the Czech Republic. The novel revolves around the character of Peter Ivanovitch, a Russian merchant who is on a business trip to Wischau. Ivanovitch decides to stay at the Inn of the Two Witches, which is owned by two sisters, one of whom is rumored to be a witch.As Ivanovitch spends more time at the inn, he becomes increasingly interested in the mysterious and alluring sister, who is known as Madame von Rabbek. He soon discovers that she is indeed a witch, and that she has a complex past that involves a tragic love affair.The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the supernatural, as well as the clash between different cultures and religions. Conrad's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid and descriptive language, which creates a rich and immersive atmosphere for the reader.Overall, The Inn of the Two Witches is a compelling and atmospheric novel that combines elements of historical fiction, romance, and the supernatural to create a unique and memorable reading experience.THIS tale, episode, experience--call it how you will--was related in the fifties of the last century by a man who, by his own confession, was sixty years old at the time.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.