Heart of Darkness
Book Description
Passing the time while he and his shipmates wait for the tide to turn, Marlow, a seaman, tells of his journey up the Congo; a journey in search of ivory, wealth and power. His tale is dominated by the distant but fascinating figure of Kurtz; worshipped and feared by invaders and natives alike, he is a paradox - beloved, messianic, yet bizarre and dangerous. Marlow comes to be obsessed by Kurtz, an... More
Book Information
Publisher | Penguin Young Readers Group |
Binding | Paperback (206 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | 112 |
ISBN-10 | 0140274227 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0140274226 |
Publication Date | 10/07/1999 |
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10/3/2015 Joshua Mark said:
tags: literature, philosophy
Heart of Darkness is among my favorite works ever written. The story draws a reader in slowly until one is completely living in the world Conrad has created. It's an amazing work to experience as a reader and a great learning experience for a writer. I encourage everyone to read the story by candlel... more
tags: literature, philosophy
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