La línea de sombra

Synopsis of La línea de sombra

Joseph Conrad's great work of maturity, 'The Shadow Line', is a timeless novel that explores the challenges of personal growth in a constantly changing world. Set during the First World War, the story follows a captain who, upon taking command of his first ship, faces a crew decimated by fever and immobility in a windless sea. This crisis forces him to mature and discover the unexpected strength of his character. Inspired by the author's experiences, the novel is a tribute to the resilience of a generation facing adversity.