Under Western Eyes
Report an issue
Tell us what's wrong and we'll take a look.
Thanks – we got it. We'll review and follow up if needed.
Through his tumultuous journey in pre-revolutionary Russia, we explore themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral weight of individual choices.
The narrative masterfully questions the cost of ideals against the backdrop of autocracy and revolution, leaving readers pondering the boundaries of conscience in a world fraught with secrecy and suspicion.
Joseph Conrad
Polish-born Joseph Conrad is regarded as a highly influential author, and his works are seen as a precursor to modernist literature. His often tragic insight into the human condition in novels such as Heart of Darkness and The Secret Agent is unrivalled by his contemporaries.
More by Joseph Conrad
Why Readwise Books?
Readwise Books is an ebook & audiobook platform that automatically logs how much you and your friends read, making it fun and easy to read more. Learn more →