Name: Heart of Darkness
SKU: 60228683
Price: 318.00 ZAR
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Author: Joseph Conrad
ISBN: 9781796861365

Type

Physical Book

Author

Joseph Conrad

Publisher

Independently Published

Language

English

Pages

122

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9x15.2x0.7 cm

Weight

0.17 kg.

ISBN13

9781796861365

Synopsis "Heart of Darkness"

Heart of Darkness is Joseph Conrad's classic tale of Marlow, and his voyage up the Congo River in Africa in search of Kurtz, an enignatic ivory trader. In the process, Marlow comes to grips with questions of the influence of imperialism on the natives, and the true meaning of darkness--the darkness of the jungle...the darkness of the human heart. This special edition of Heart of Darkness large print makes for easy reading, especially for persons with close-up vision needs. Very readable, professional font and formatting, correct indentations, etc. Click the "Look Inside" and compare our edition with other editions and you will see the difference!

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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