Typhoon by Joseph Conrad, Fiction, Classics

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century maritime life, the story follows Captain MacWhirr, a man of ordinary appearance and unremarkable imagination, who commands the steamer _Nan-Shan_. His calm demeanor and lack of ambition create a harmonious environment on his ship, contrasting sharply with the complexities of human desires and motivations. The novella explores the enigmatic reasons behind MacWhirr's choice to pursue a seafaring life, delving into the hidden depths of seemingly mundane existence and the mysteries that lie within.