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In search of Conrad

by Gavin Young, Salim

This travel narrative retraces the maritime voyages of Joseph Conrad through Southeast Asia, visiting the ports and islands that inspired his novels. It explores locations from Singapore to the Straits of Makassar, incorporating local legends and maritime history.

Accession 19912 ISBN 0140172599 Publisher Penguin
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