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Joseph Conrad was born with Poland in turmoil, hardly existing. After the death of his father and support from an uncle, he yearns for the sailor's life. Marseilles duly beckons.

The story of Joseph Conrad, abridged in five parts by Katrin Williams. He was the author of Heart Of Darkness, Lord Jim, and sailed the seas..

1. After the death of his father, young Conrad is in the care of his Uncle Tadeuz for some years. One day he announces his plans to go to sea, to travel to the great port of Marseilles and find a ship. How will his uncle react?

Reader Laurel Lefkow

Producer Duncan Minshull.

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Tue 14 Nov 2017 00:30

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Reader Laurel Lefkow
Author Maya Jasanoff
Abridger Katrin Williams
Producer Duncan Minshull

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  • Mon 13 Nov 2017 13:45
  • Tue 14 Nov 2017 00:30

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