Amy Foster

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Set against the backdrop of a village overshadowed by a vast bay, the narrative explores the arrival of a castaway, revealing the darker undercurrents of human nature and societal isolation. Through a realist lens, Conrad weaves irony and symbolism into the tale, contrasting the villagers' mundane existence with the broader world they cannot fully escape. The story challenges conventional adventure tropes, offering a profound commentary on belonging and alienation.