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The narrative follows Marlow's journey up the Congo River into the Congo Free State, revealing his fixation on the enigmatic ivory trader Kurtz. As Marlow recounts his experiences to friends on the Thames, the story juxtaposes the perceived civility of London with the darkness of Africa, exploring themes of imperialism and moral ambiguity. This framing device allows for a profound reflection on the complexities of civilization and savagery, highlighting the psychological depths of both settings.
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Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad, Fiction, Classics, Literary, Joseph Conrad
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad, Fiction, Classics, Literary
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph Conrad
- Publisher
- Wildside Press
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages
- 132
- ISBN13
- 9781592246465
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative follows Marlow's journey up the Congo River into the Congo Free State, revealing his fixation on the enigmatic ivory trader Kurtz. As Marlow recounts his experiences to friends on the Thames, the story juxtaposes the perceived civility of London with the darkness of Africa, exploring themes of imperialism and moral ambiguity. This framing device allows for a profound reflection on the complexities of civilization and savagery, highlighting the psychological depths of both settings.