Romance  (Paperback, Joseph Conrad, Ford Madox Ford)

The novel tells the story of a young Englishman named John Kemp who travels to a fictional South American country called Costaguana. Kemp becomes involved in the political turmoil and revolution that besets the country. The narrative explores themes of imperialism, political upheaval, and personal integrity. "Romance" is renowned for its complex narrative structure, which employs multiple perspectives and shifting timelines. It reflects the authors' shared interest in exploring the human condition and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in times of crisis and change. While Conrad and Ford collaborated on "Romance," each author also had a distinguished literary career individually, producing works that continue to be studied and celebrated today.