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Youth, a Narrative: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Youth, a Narrative: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Youth, a Narrative is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Conrad, Joseph (1857–1924).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Youth, a Narrative" by Joseph Conrad is a short story first published in 1898. Narrated by the recurring character Marlow, it recounts a young sailor's first voyage to the Far East aboard the ill-fated barque Judea. What should be a straightforward coal delivery to Bangkok becomes an epic test of endurance as the aging ship suffers collision, storms, months of repairs, and finally spontaneous combustion at sea. Based on Conrad's own experiences, this autobiographical tale captures youthful optimism confronting maritime disaster with unusual serenity.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Youth, a Narrative
  • Author credits: Conrad, Joseph (1857–1924)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Adventure stories
  • Fiction
  • Sea stories

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: British Literature
  • Category: Novels

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