Although Polish by birth, Joseph Conrad (1857–1924) is regarded as one of the greatest writers in English, and Heart of Darkness, first published in 1902, is considered by many his "most famous, finest, and most enigmatic story." — Encyclopaedia Britannica. The tale concerns the journey of the narrator (Marlow) up the Congo River on behalf of a Belgian trading company. Far upriver, he encounters the mysterious Kurtz, an ivory trader who exercises an almost godlike sway over the inhabitants of the region. Both repelled and fascinated by the man, Marlow is brought face to face with the corruption and despair that Conrad saw at the heart of human existence.
In its combination of narrative and symbolic power, masterly character study and acute psychological penetration, Heart of Darkness ranks as a landmark of modern fiction. It is a book no serious student of literature can afford to miss. Large print format.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
US$ 6.65
Within U.S.A.
Book Description Softcover. Condition: New. New condition 154 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Literature & Literary; ISBN: 0486419347. ISBN/EAN: 9780486419343. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1561055367. Seller Inventory # 1561055367
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9780486419343
Book Description Condition: New. Book is in NEW condition. 0.79. Seller Inventory # 0486419347-2-1
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Brand New. large type edition. 160 pages. 9.00x5.75x0.25 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0486419347
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 0.79. Seller Inventory # Q-0486419347