[This all-time classic novel, and often studied university setwork book, has age-yellowing to the outer text block, with slightest foxing on inside covers and end sheet, and with a minor cover crease; the binding is however, secure, and otherwise in good condition.]
Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad follows Charles Marlow, a seasoned seaman, as he recounts his harrowing journey into the heart of the African continent. Tasked with locating Kurtz, an enigmatic ivory trader whose influence over the local people has grown disturbingly powerful, Marlow navigates both the treacherous physical landscape and the darker territories of the human psyche.
As Marlow ventures deeper into the Congo, he confronts not only the brutal realities of colonial exploitation but also unsettling truths about civilisation, morality, and his own inner darkness. His obsession with understanding Kurtz’s descent into madness mirrors a broader critique of the corrupting effects of power and the thin veneer of societal values.
Heart of Darkness is a literary classic, blending adventure with psychological fiction. It’s ideal for readers interested in thought-provoking narratives, explorations of imperialism, and profound reflections on human nature. Fans of modernist literature and philosophical themes will find this novella both haunting and intellectually stimulating.
