ow you would, on the strength of his looks, leave in charge[...] I say I would, and I ought to know" (Lord Jim, 75). Conrad illustrates his powerful presence as supported by an unflinching pride throughout the tale, as the protagonist's ego, conflicting with his actions, serves to bring him adversity. At the scene of his court hearing, Jim's initial meeting with Marlow depicts his youthful brashness and pride. Consequently in a defensive mindset regarding his disgraceful exodus from the Patna, he accidentally
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