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100	1		_aConrad, Joseph, _d1857-1924
245	1	4	_aThe Mirror of the Sea
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1997
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 1997-10-01
508			_aTranscribed from the 1907 Methuen & Co. edition by David Price
520			_a"The Mirror of the Sea" by Joseph Conrad is a memoir-like work written in the early 20th century. It reflects upon the life and experiences of seafarers, particularly focusing on the relationship between sailors and the sea, navigation challenges, and the broader reflections on time, memory, and the nature of existence. Through his observations, Conrad sheds light on the emotional landscape of those who traverse the oceans. The beginning of the work introduces the concepts of "Landfall" and "Departure," framing them as essential aspects of a sailor's journey. Conrad emphasizes the technicalities and sentiments associated with these nautical terms, contrasting the emotional weight of leaving the familiar shores against the thrill of the journey ahead. Through his perceptions, he provides insight into the lives of ship captains and crew members, highlighting their quirks, routines, and the inevitable longing for land against the vastness of the sea. The reflections create a poignant atmosphere as Conrad sets the stage for deeper explorations of maritime life and philosophy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aConrad, Joseph, 1857-1924 -- Travel
653			_aSeafaring life
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1058
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