π Joseph Conrad - "The Secret Sharer" (1910) ππ΅οΈββοΈ
In The Secret Sharer, Joseph Conrad masterfully delves into the depths of identity, isolation, and moral ambiguity. A young, untested ship captain discovers a fugitive, Leggatt, hiding aboard his vessel and secretly shelters him in his cabin. π’π Through their bond, the captain confronts his own insecurities and questions of loyalty, courage, and leadership.Set against the backdrop of the vast, mysterious sea, Conrad weaves a tale of duality and self-discovery. π€βοΈ The novella captures the tension between outward duty and inner conflict, offering a profound meditation on the hidden facets of human nature and the shadows that shape us. π«οΈβ¨