Heart of Darkness

Autori

• Joseph Conrad

Parametri

Pagine

128pagine

Tempo di lettura

5ore

• Avventura
• Classici
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Racconti

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The narrative follows Charles Marlow on a steamboat journey up the Congo River to retrieve the enigmatic ivory collector Kurtz. As Marlow navigates the river, he witnesses harrowing abuses, which deepen his understanding of the darkness within humanity and the moral complexities of colonialism. The encounter with Kurtz serves as a pivotal moment of self-discovery for Marlow, highlighting the corrupting influence of imperialism. This profound exploration of civilization and its discontents has captivated readers for over a century, influencing various adaptations.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020