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I initially only wanted to re-read Lord Jim, but I'm now taking a deeper dive into the collected works of Joseph Conrad.  I might even add a few books to my library.

While Lord Jim was something of a disappointment in the way that the action stalled from time to time, his other stories are more focused and gripping.  Typhoon is marvelous, both in its foreshadowing, action and overall style.

I'm currently reading, uh, hmm.  I'm not sure how one presents the title in this day and age, but it's The [Blank] of the Narcissus.

Even knowing how it twists and turns, it is still an addictive read.  The description is first-rate, and the characters sketches of the sailors is stark and memorable.

There is a lot of pain and misery to be found this Christmas, and one way I'm holding it at bay is by reading quality work.  Conrad is by no means an optimist, and many of his stories take a dark turn, but the man can write.