Heart of Darkness & other stories
(Author) Joseph ConradDesigned to appeal to the book lover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautifully bound pocket-sized gift editions of much loved classic titles. Bound in real cloth, printed on high quality paper, and featuring ribbon markers and gilt edges, Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure. One night on the Thames, Charles Marlowe tells his fellow sailors the vivid and brutal tale of his time as a riverboat captain in the Belgian Congo. From the mists of London we are whisked to the darkness of Africa’s colonial heart – and into the thrall of the tyrannical Kurtz, an ivory trader who has established himself as a terrifying demi-god. Sinister and incisive, Heart of Darkness has retained the fascination of readers and scholars alike. It is accompanied here by the stories with which it has been published since 1902: the autobiographical Youth, and the tale of an old man's fall from fortune, The End of the Tether. This elegant Macmillan Collector’s Library edition features an afterword by Dr Keith Carabine.
Joseph Conrad
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British writer known for his exploration of human nature and the complexities of colonialism. His most notable works include "Heart of Darkness," "Lord Jim," and "Nostromo." Conrad's literary style is characterized by intricate narratives, psychological depth, and vivid descriptions of exotic settings. He is credited with pioneering modernist literature and influencing generations of writers with his themes of existentialism, moral ambiguity, and the destructive effects of power. "Heart of Darkness" is Conrad's most famous work, a haunting tale of imperialism and the darkness within the human soul. Conrad's contributions to literature continue to be celebrated for their profound insights into the human condition and the complexities of the modern world.
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Selected and with an Introduction by Neil Rennie
