Originally published in 1941, this book provides a brief study of the life and work of Joseph Conrad through the lens of his writings.Originally published in 1941, this book provides a brief study of the life and work of Joseph Conrad through the lens of his writings. Bradbrook divides Conrad's stories by three main themes: the wonders of the deep, the hollow men and recollections in tranquillity, in order to show Conrad's literary development.Originally published in 1941, this book provides a brief study of the life and work of Joseph Conrad through the lens of his writings. Bradbrook divides Conrad's stories by three main themes: the wonders of the deep, the hollow men and recollections in tranquillity, in order to show Conrad's literary development.Originally published in 1941, this book provides a brief study of the life and work of Joseph Conrad ('Poland's English genius') through the lens of his writings. Bradbrook divides Conrad's stories by three main themes: the wonders of the deep, the hollow men and recollections in tranquillity, in order to show Conrad's literary development. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Conrad's writings.Prologue; The man; The work: 1. The wonders of the deep; 2. The hollow men; 3. Recollections in tranquility; Books on Conrad: a select list; Index.