This was a long haul indeed.

As I was reading, I constantly had to stop to peruse one or other of the novels. This was to prevent the plots from being spoiled for me.

His life at sea is truly fascinating. The adventures and experiences he had during that time are captivating and make for an interesting read.

However, his later life seems to be less interesting in comparison. It lacks the excitement and drama that his earlier years at sea had.

Nonetheless, it is still a good biography. It provides a comprehensive look at his life and achievements.

How puzzling it is that this native Pole, who had a strong accent in English until the end, managed to become one of the great literary figures of the English language.

His works are widely regarded as masterpieces and have had a significant impact on the literary world.

It just goes to show that with talent, hard work, and determination, anything is possible.

Ultimately, this book turns out to be a rather disappointing read. If only the author had adhered strictly to the actual facts regarding Conrad's life, instead of including a tiresome recapitulation of the plots of his novels. Moreover, the addition of the uninteresting details about Jane Anderson at the end really detracts from the overall quality of the biography. However, it has managed to achieve one thing - it has successfully sent me back to Conrad's novels. Despite its flaws, it has piqued my interest in exploring his works once again. I can't help but wonder what could have been if the author had focused solely on Conrad's life and omitted the extraneous and unengaging elements. Perhaps then, this could have been a truly taut, fascinating biography of a remarkable man.

His outstanding research regarding Conrad's life and relationships, along with his sleek style of writing, truly captivated me. As Meyers traced the adventures and writing career of this literary figure, it became evident that Conrad was a remarkable individual. He chose to write his novels not in his native Polish, nor in his second language, French, but rather in English. This decision added an extra layer of complexity and intrigue to his work. Meyers' detailed exploration of Conrad's life and the factors that influenced his writing provided a fascinating insight into the mind of this great author. Through his research, Meyers was able to bring Conrad's story to life, allowing readers to better understand and appreciate his contributions to the literary world.