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To-morrow by Joseph Conrad
A tragic short story about obsessive hope, family estrangement, and disillusionment
To-morrow is a tragic short story by Joseph Conrad, published as part of the Penguin Little Black Classics series. It follows an aging sea captain who spends years obsessively convincing himself that his runaway son will return the next day. The pocket-sized work explores themes of longing, self-deception, and the painful nature of shattered expectations.
What it's for
- Read a concise, impactful classic story in a single sitting
- Explore Joseph Conrad's shorter fiction beyond his longer novels
- Study literary themes of obsession, self-delusion, and isolation
Features
- Part of the Penguin Little Black Classics series (No. 64)
- 64-page standalone short fiction format
- Exploration of psychological obsession and coastal isolation
- Available in pocket paperback and ebook formats
Pricing
Paid. Ebook priced at £0.99
Details
- Type
- Article or course
- Category
- Learning
- Topic
- Classic Literature
- Open source
- No
- Platforms
- other
- For
- Readers interested in classic literature, short fiction, and psychological drama
- Alternative to
- Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad, The Secret Sharer by Joseph Conrad
- Tags
- books, classic literature, short stories, joseph conrad, fiction
Why it was saved
- @etheaela: A concise, impactful classic story examining obsession, hope, and disillusionment.
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