Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) was a Polish-British writer, regarded as one of the greatest novelists in the English language. Though he was not fluent in English until the age of twenty, Conrad mastered the language and was known for his exceptional command of stylistic prose. Inspiring a reoccurring nautical setting, Conrad's literary work was heavily influenced by his experience as a ship's apprentice. Conrad's style and practice of creating anti-heroic protagonists is admired and often imitated by other authors and artists, immortalizing his innovation and genius.

Recovering from an emotionally despondent childhood, Axel explores the world after the death of his father, in search of something to make him feel alive. Originally published in 1915, Victory is a dark, psychological thriller written by the prolific and celebrated author, Joseph Conrad