Publisher's Synopsis
""The Rescue: A Romance Of The Shallows"" is a novel written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1920. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of Tom Lingard, a trader and sea captain, and his crew as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Malay Archipelago. The novel begins with Lingard's rescue of a young woman named Edith Travers, who is stranded on a remote island after her father's ship sinks in a storm. Lingard takes Edith under his care and together they embark on a journey to find her father and his lost cargo. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and dangers, including hostile natives, treacherous waters, and rival traders. As the story unfolds, Lingard and Edith develop a deep bond, and their relationship becomes the focal point of the novel. Against the backdrop of the exotic and dangerous landscape of the Malay Archipelago, the two must navigate their feelings for each other and the challenges they face as they search for Travers and his lost cargo. ""The Rescue: A Romance Of The Shallows"" is a compelling tale of adventure, romance, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. With vivid descriptions of the natural world and a cast of memorable characters, this novel is a classic of maritime literature and a testament to Conrad's storytelling prowess.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.
