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19. novembar 2024.

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Joseph Conrad (1857–1924)

Joseph Conrad, born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski in Berdychiv, Ukraine (then part of the Russian Empire), was a Polish-British novelist. His early life was marked by hardship—his father, a political activist, was exiled for anti-Russian activities. His parents both died by the time he was eleven, leaving him an orphan. At 16, Conrad left Poland for France, eventually joining the British merchant navy. His experiences at sea deeply influenced his writing, shaping his themes of isolation, imperialism, and the complexities of human nature.

Conrad began his literary career with Almayer’s Folly (1895) and became widely known for works such as Heart of Darkness (1899), Lord Jim (1900), and Nostromo (1904). Although English was his third language, his mastery of the language, along with his psychological depth and complex narratives, distinguished him as one of the most significant novelists of his time.

His novels often delve into the darkness within humanity and the moral ambiguities faced by his characters. Conrad, who suffered from personal struggles including depression and financial difficulties, left a profound legacy in modernist literature, influencing writers like T.S. Eliot and Virginia Woolf. He died in 1924 in England, having written works that still resonate with readers for their exploration of the human condition.

Lord Byron (1788–1824)

George Gordon Byron, commonly known as Lord Byron, was a leading figure in the Romantic movement. Born into aristocracy, Byron inherited his title at the age of ten. Despite a tumultuous childhood marked by his father’s irresponsibility, Byron grew into one of the most celebrated poets of his era. He gained instant fame with Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage (1812), and his literary career flourished.

Byron’s personal life was as notorious as his poetry. He was infamous for his passionate love affairs and controversial relationships, which eventually led to his self-exile from England in 1816. During his travels across Europe, Byron became deeply involved in revolutionary causes, supporting Italian independence and fighting for Greek independence from the Ottoman Empire. He died in Greece in 1824 from illness while aiding the Greek cause.

Byron’s works, including Don Juan and Manfred, are characterized by their emotional intensity and exploration of individualism. His „Byronic hero“ archetype—rebellious, brooding, and complex—became a hallmark of Romantic literature. Though his life was brief, Byron’s poetry left an enduring legacy, influencing generations of writers and readers with its celebration of freedom, defiance, and passion.

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