The Heart of Darkness
Discuss how The Heart of Darkness reflects the paradoxes of imperialism in the late 19th century
The Heart of Darkness is one of the great literary criticisms of the process of imperial expansion in Africa. Yet Marlowe, the main character, is originally fascinated by imperialism and the possibilities that exploring Africa has to offer to a young man seeking his fortune and a name for himself. Discuss how The Heart of Darkness reflects the paradoxes of imperialism in the late 19th century
Please use the book: Norton Anthology, Volume 2
Conrad, Heart of Darkness
to complete this paper
Your response should be at least 750 words in length
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