Authors: Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924

In Deep Space Fiction

By Abil Kile

"Le Nègre du 'Narcisse'" by Joseph Conrad is a novella written in the late 19th century. The story is set aboard a ship called the Narcisse and primarily revolves around James Wait, a black character who joins the crew and his interactions with the predominantly white sailors. The work explores themes of race, class, and the human condition against...