# 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.

Website: https://penguin.co.uk/books/279272/to-morrow-by-conrad-joseph/9780141398501

## What it is 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](https://xiry.app/topics/learning.md)
- 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, 8 July 2024](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9LCv-HInNY/): A concise, impactful classic story examining obsession, hope, and disillusionment.

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Updated 3 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/to-morrow-by-joseph-conrad

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