Heart of Darkness

by Joseph Conrad

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  • PublisherPrints Publications Pvt Ltd
  • ISBN-139788119972074
  • BindingPaper back
  • Pages112
  • LanguageEnglish

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Publisher Prints Publications Pvt Ltd
ISBN-13 9788119972074
Binding Paper back
Number of Pages 112 Pages
Language English
Dimension (Inches) 5.5"x8.5"
Weight (Grams) 135
Subject Classic Fiction
Category Fiction

"Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad is a novella that follows Charles Marlow's journey as a steamer captain in the African interior, working for a Belgian company. The story critiques European colonialism and explores themes of power, morality, and the thin line between civilization and savagery. Central to the narrative is Marlow's encounter with Kurtz, an ivory trader who has succumbed to the wilderness. The novella, influential in literature, inspired the film "Apocalypse Now" and remains a powerful examination of imperialism and racism.

Joseph Conrad

Joseph Conrad (1857–1924), originally Jozef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski, was a Polish-British novelist celebrated for his mastery of English prose, acquired in his twenties. His works, set in nautical environments, blend literary impressionism with early modernist and 19th-century realist elements. Conrad's novels, such as "Lord Jim," defy conventional heroism, influencing subsequent writers. Reflecting on imperialism and colonialism, his narratives delve into profound explorations of human identity and morality, resonating with themes that remain relevant in contemporary literature. Conrad, who wrote during the peak of the British Empire, drew inspiration from his native Poland's experiences for nearly all of his life.

Contents

Heart of Darkness

10

The Congo Diary

101

 

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