Chance

When Flora de Barrals father is imprisoned, she finds herself alone and without resources.

Reliant on the generosity of others, Flora navigates with sensitivity her benefactors intrigues before finding safety and security with Captain Anthony.Narrated by Conrads most popular character, Charles Marlow, Chance is remarkable for its sensitive portrayal of a female protagonist and for its depiction of the social issues of the period, including womens suffrage and high-stakes financial speculation. Originally published serially, Chance was Conrads first commercially successful novel, and brought both fame and critical attention to his collected works.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms.

Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collection to build your digital library.