The Rescue
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ePUB 3
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Erscheinungsdatum
07.02.2026
Verlag
CLXBXSeitenzahl
459 (Printausgabe)
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693 KB
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
9782695216027
The Rescue is a richly atmospheric adventure novel by Joseph Conrad that combines romance, moral conflict, and the author's deep fascination with the sea. Set in the remote islands of the Malay Archipelago, the novel explores the tension between idealism and action, and the cost of remaining true to one's inner code.
The story follows Tom Lingard, a seasoned sea captain known for his strength of will and commanding presence. When political unrest threatens a local ruler and his followers, Lingard becomes deeply entangled in their fate. Determined to orchestrate a daring rescue, he commits himself to a course of action driven by loyalty and personal honor.
As events unfold, Conrad shifts the focus inward, revealing the psychological struggles that accompany heroic ambition. Lingard's certainty is tested by doubt, delay, and the unpredictable forces of nature and human emotion. The novel examines how pride, patience, and moral responsibility shape decisions when lives and ideals are at stake.
Written in Conrad's characteristically evocative prose, The Rescue is less a tale of swift action than a meditation on suspense, restraint, and the inner drama of choice. The slow-building narrative reflects the complexities of leadership and the burden of commitment in moments of crisis.
Thoughtful, intense, and philosophically rich, The Rescue offers readers a compelling blend of maritime adventure and psychological depth. It stands as a testament to Conrad's enduring ability to transform seafaring tales into profound studies of human character and moral resolve.
The story follows Tom Lingard, a seasoned sea captain known for his strength of will and commanding presence. When political unrest threatens a local ruler and his followers, Lingard becomes deeply entangled in their fate. Determined to orchestrate a daring rescue, he commits himself to a course of action driven by loyalty and personal honor.
As events unfold, Conrad shifts the focus inward, revealing the psychological struggles that accompany heroic ambition. Lingard's certainty is tested by doubt, delay, and the unpredictable forces of nature and human emotion. The novel examines how pride, patience, and moral responsibility shape decisions when lives and ideals are at stake.
Written in Conrad's characteristically evocative prose, The Rescue is less a tale of swift action than a meditation on suspense, restraint, and the inner drama of choice. The slow-building narrative reflects the complexities of leadership and the burden of commitment in moments of crisis.
Thoughtful, intense, and philosophically rich, The Rescue offers readers a compelling blend of maritime adventure and psychological depth. It stands as a testament to Conrad's enduring ability to transform seafaring tales into profound studies of human character and moral resolve.
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