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Under Western Eye
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781026064559
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 398
Weight: 1.22
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Under Western Eyes is a profound psychological and political novel by Joseph Conrad that delves into the turbulent atmosphere of early 20th-century Russia. Set against the backdrop of St. Petersburg and Geneva, the narrative follows Razumov, a quiet and hardworking student whose life is irrevocably changed when a fellow student seeks his help after assassinating a high-ranking government official. Caught between the demands of revolutionary fanatics and the oppressive reach of the tsarist secret police, Razumov becomes a man trapped by his own conscience and the complexities of political loyalty.
Through a narrative framed by an English teacher of languages, Conrad explores the deep cultural and ideological divide between the autocratic Russian state and the democratic ideals of the Western world. The work is a masterclass in the exploration of guilt, isolation, and the devastating consequences of betrayal. As Razumov is forced into a double life as a spy, the story examines the moral decay inherent in political extremism and the fragile nature of personal identity. A haunting study of the human condition, Under Western Eyes remains a cornerstone of literary fiction, offering a timeless critique of power and the individual's struggle for integrity in an age of upheaval.
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