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Heart of Darkness

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The narrative follows Seaman Marlow's harrowing journey into the Belgian Congo, where he seeks the enigmatic Mr. Kurtz. As he ventures deeper into the wilderness, Marlow confronts the stark realities of imperialism and the depths of human savagery. This centenary edition includes Conrad's complete "Congo Diary" and "Up-River Book," enhancing the exploration of the human subconscious and societal values. Celebrated as the first novel of the 20th century, it serves as a profound commentary on civilization's fragility in the face of darkness.

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Language
English
Released
2002
Format
Paperback
Pages
152
ISBN13
9781843910084
Series
First published
1899
Original title
Heart of Darkness
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The narrative follows Seaman Marlow's harrowing journey into the Belgian Congo, where he seeks the enigmatic Mr. Kurtz. As he ventures deeper into the wilderness, Marlow confronts the stark realities of imperialism and the depths of human savagery. This centenary edition includes Conrad's complete "Congo Diary" and "Up-River Book," enhancing the exploration of the human subconscious and societal values. Celebrated as the first novel of the 20th century, it serves as a profound commentary on civilization's fragility in the face of darkness.