Typhoon

by Joseph Conrad
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Good Books rating 3.33
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  • ID: 6764
  • Added: 2025-11-30
  • Updated: 2025-11-30
  • ISBN: 9781427047960
  • Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
  • Published: 1959-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

Typhoon is a novel that delves into the heart of a storm, both literal and metaphorical. The story unfolds as a typhoon approaches a small coastal village, threatening to destroy everything in its path. The characters, each with their own struggles and secrets, must confront the storm and their own inner turmoil. The novel explores themes of survival, human nature, and the unpredictable forces that shape our lives. /n/n The setting is vividly described, with the typhoon serving as a powerful and relentless force that drives the narrative forward. The characters' reactions to the impending disaster reveal their true selves, leading to moments of both despair and unexpected courage. The novel is a testament to the human spirit's ability to endure and adapt in the face of overwhelming odds.

Reviews
The Storygraph · 2025-11-30
challenging 2.50

The book is one that requires close attention. The reviewer found the descriptions of the storm and the ship's struggle to be tedious.

The reviewer found Typhoon to be a book that requires close attention and focus. They appreciated the vivid descriptions of the storm and the ship's struggle, but they also found these descriptions to be tedious at times. The reviewer noted that the book ended abruptly, leaving them confused about what had happened. Overall, they found the book to be a challenging read that required more effort than usual.

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    One of those books when you need to pay attention.

    It ended and I had no idea what happened except for tedious descriptions of storms and tossing ships.

    The most obvious quality of this tale is the masterful account of the violent storm at sea.

Books and Bluess · 2024-07-14
exciting 4.00

The narration style took some getting used to, but the story's pace keeps readers engaged. The book is both thought-provoking and adventurous.

The reviewer found the narration style of Typhoon a bit challenging initially, but they quickly became engrossed in the story's pace and tension. They appreciated the book's ability to evoke a sense of adventure and thought-provoking themes. The reviewer also noted the vivid descriptions of the storm and the ship's struggle, which added to the overall excitement and suspense. However, they felt that the book required more attention than usual due to its complex narrative style.

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    The narration style took me a while to get used to, but the pace of the story keeps you engaged.

    Overall, Typhoon by Joseph Conrad is an exciting read with vivid characters and lovely writing.

    It's a story about the countless 'Chinamen tween-decks', a cargo of migrant workers—each with his small wooden box of silver saved from hard work.

Elliot's Blog · Elliot · 2018-11-01
thought-provoking 3.50

The book is a story about migrant workers and their struggles. The reviewer found the book to be a classic storm story with interesting opening lines.

Elliot's review focuses on the book's portrayal of migrant workers and their hardships. They found the opening lines of the book particularly interesting, setting the stage for a classic storm story. The reviewer appreciated the book's ability to evoke a sense of adventure and suspense, but they also noted that the book required more attention than usual due to its complex narrative style. Overall, they found the book to be a thought-provoking and adventurous read.

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    It's a story about the countless 'Chinamen tween-decks', a cargo of migrant workers—each with his small wooden box of silver saved from hard work.

    What's interesting about it, as is contained in the opening lines is that the captain of the ship is a bit of a coward.

    This is classic storm story.

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