<b>The Mirror of the Sea</b> is a memoir written by <b>Joseph Conrad </b>and published in 1906. It is an autobiographical work that explores Conrad&#39;s experiences as a seaman and his deep connection to the sea.<br /><br /><b>Joseph Conrad</b>, born J&oacute;zef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski on December 3, 1857, was a Polish-born British writer and one of the most prominent authors of the early 20th century. He is best known for his novels that explore themes of human nature, imperialism, and the moral dilemmas of individuals caught in the conflict between their desires and their responsibilities.