Publisher's Synopsis
The Heart of Darkness is a novel written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1899. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the journey of Charles Marlow, a seaman and adventurer, who is sent by a Belgian trading company to find the elusive and mysterious Kurtz, a rogue ivory trader deep in the heart of the African jungle. As Marlow travels up the Congo River, he encounters the horrors of colonialism, the brutality of the ivory trade, and the darkness that lies within the human soul.The novel explores themes of imperialism, racism, greed, and the corrupting influence of power. Conrad's vivid descriptions of the African landscape and his portrayal of the native people as primitive and savage have been criticized for perpetuating racist stereotypes. However, the novel has also been praised for its psychological depth and its exploration of the human condition.The Heart of Darkness is considered a classic of English literature and has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and other works of art. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of fiction of the 20th century and continues to be studied and analyzed by scholars and readers alike.The Conrad masterpiece. Exterminate the Brutes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
