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The Nature of a Crime

The Nature of a Crime

Conrad, Joseph
Ford, Ford Madox

Hardcover

Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 1025510607
ISBN13: 9781025510606
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 310
Weight: 1.35
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Nature of a Crime is a compelling psychological novella co-authored by literary masters Joseph Conrad and Ford Madox Ford. Presented as a long, introspective letter from a man to the married woman he loves, the narrative unfolds as the protagonist faces imminent social and legal ruin. Having secretly mismanaged trust funds, he reflects on his actions not with standard remorse, but with a detached, philosophical curiosity regarding the subjective definition of crime and the thin veneer of respectability in society.

This brief yet intense work explores themes of moral ambiguity, the isolation of the human soul, and the tension between public duty and private obsession. The collaboration between Conrad and Ford highlights their shared interest in the impressionist style, focusing on the shifting perspectives of the narrator as he prepares for his eventual discovery and downfall. The Nature of a Crime serves as a fascinating study of character and a testament to the stylistic innovation of its creators, offering readers a profound glimpse into the complexities of conscience and the fragility of social standing.

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