Falk

The narrative unfolds with mariners gathered in a quaint Thames estuary inn, engaging in discussions about their seafaring lives. This setting echoes themes from Conrad's earlier work, Heart of Darkness, and introduces a reflective comparison between the present and a distant past. The story delves into the primal nature of storytelling, exploring how experiences shape narratives across time, emphasizing the connection between the mariners' contemporary lives and ancient tales of survival and adventure.