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... Anderson
November 11, 2003
Critical Analysis of Heart of Darkness
Joseph Conrad’s background influenced to write the novel Heart of Darkness. ... This background together with a believable plot, convincing characterization, and important literary devices, enables Joseph Conrad in Heart of Darkness to develop the theme of the darkness or evil of man’s soul.
Conrad’s trip down the Congo River in western Africa gave him many ideas and ample information creating the setting of his novel Heart of Darkness. ... Most of the story is also told in the deep darkness of the night. ... By the time Marlow finishes it is late in the night and the reader is enveloped in darkness. ... This setup creates the feeling of darkness. ... Marlow also has a good heart. ... The truth could have caused a broken heart and depression. ... (Analysis 2) Marlow at first views the natives as criminals but after witnessing them dying and starving he describes them as mere shadows in the existence of things. ... This action showed the goodness of Marlow’s heart. ... (Analysis 2) People discuss him in a hushed sense, always complimenting him. ... (Analysis 2) The people fear him and treat him like a god.
Approximate Word count = 1240
Approximate Pages = 5
(250 words per page double spaced)
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