Name: Heart of Darkness
SKU: 56537498
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9781508578796

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Author

Joseph Conrad

Publisher

Createspace

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

25.4x17.8x0.4 cm

Weight

0.13 kg.

ISBN13

9781508578796

Synopsis "Heart of Darkness"

A novel about the experiences of Charles Marlow as he captains a river steamboat up the River Congo for an ivory trading company in the early 1800s. He describes the disorganisation and corruption of the company and the cruel ways in which the native population was treated.

Joseph Conrad

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Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) was a Polish-British writer known for his tales about the sea, colonialism, and the psychological struggles of individuals facing adversity. His work is characterized by the exploration of themes such as morality, despair, and the absurdity of human existence. Born in Ukraine, Conrad spent much of his life as a sailor before turning to writing, which significantly influenced his narrative style.

Among his most notable works are Heart of Darkness (1899), Lord Jim (1900), and Nostromo (1904). Although he did not receive major awards during his lifetime, his influence on 20th-century literature is undeniable, being considered a precursor of modern narrative.

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