The Mirror Of The Sea (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162702377)

The Mirror of the Sea is a non-fiction book written by Joseph Conrad. It is a collection of essays and reflections on his experiences as a sailor and his observations of the sea. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the sea: its beauty, its mystery, and its danger.In the first part, Conrad describes the beauty of the sea and its power to inspire awe and wonder in those who sail upon it. He writes about the changing colors of the sea, the play of light and shadow on its surface, and the way it reflects the sky and the stars.In the second part, Conrad delves into the mystery of the sea, exploring its depths and the creatures that inhabit it. He writes about the strange and eerie sounds that can be heard underwater, the strange creatures that lurk in the darkness, and the way the sea can be both peaceful and treacherous.In the third part, Conrad reflects on the danger of the sea and the risks that sailors must take to navigate its waters. He writes about the storms that can arise suddenly and the way they can test a sailor's courage and skill. He also reflects on the human cost of sailing, including the lives lost at sea and the toll it can take on those who survive.Throughout the book, Conrad draws on his own experiences as a sailor to bring the sea to life for the reader. He writes with a deep appreciation for the beauty and power of the sea, but also with a sense of respect for its dangers and the risks that sailors must take to navigate it. The Mirror of the Sea is a timeless exploration of one of the most powerful forces of nature and a tribute to the men and women who have braved its waters throughout history.An anchor is a forged piece of iron, admirably adapted to its end, and technical language is an instrument wrought into perfection by ages of experience, a flawless thing for its purpose. An anchor of yesterday (because nowadays there are contrivances like mushrooms and things like claws, of no particular expression or shape - just hooks) - an anchor of yesterday is in its way a most efficient instrument.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.

Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN-10: 1162702370
ISBN-13: 9781162702377
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 140
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.56lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.30d