Heart of Darkness

Joseph Conrad

Newcomb Livraria Press

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A new 2023 edition of Conrad's classic Heart of Darkness with a new Introduction and reference materials including character list and discussion questions. Conrad's 1899 masterpiece, hailed as a classic of English literature. Set in the Belgian Congo under imperial colonial rule, this novel is a powerful exploration of the effects of colonialism on both the oppressor and the oppressed. With vivid descriptions and insightful dialogue, Heart of Darkness invites readers to examine the depths of human nature, with themes of corruption, morality, identity, and the unyielding nature of power. This haunting tale is an intense exploration of the psychological and physical journey of mankind, and will leave readers with a lasting impression.

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Born Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski, Conrad was a Polish-British writer who is regarded as one of the greatest novelists to write in the English language. His works explore the pinnacles and abysses of human nature, as seen in novels like "Heart of Darkness" and "Lord Jim." Conrad's writing style and themes influenced the development of modernist literature.