One day, one novel: Nostromo: A Tale of the Seaboard

Conrad's magnificent novel of politics, passions, and the thrall of silver confused reviewers in 1904 with its scope and structure, but is now recognised as his greatest work, unprecedented in English Literature in both its design and its treatment of revolution and exotic landscape. This day-course looks at Conrad's handling of narrative, character, and symbol, and how they cohere to shape his epic masterpiece.

Please note: It is essential to have read the novel before the course. The World’s Classics or Penguin editions (also available as etexts) are strongly recommended.