Conrad, Joseph 1857-1924 creator Watts, Cedric 1937- text bibliography short story enk Oxford Oxford University Press 2008 Rev. ed. monographic eng

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xliv, 225 pages : map ; 20 cm. Set in an atmosphere of mystery and menace, Heart of Darkness tells the story of Marlow's journey up the Congo River to meet the remarkable Mr. Kurtz. It reveals Conrad at the height of his powers as a writer of great vividness, intensity, and sophistication. An Outpost of Progress is also set in central Africa and offers a fiercely sardonic view of European imperialism. Karain, with its Malaysian setting, questions conventional ideas of the contrasts between races. Youth is a largely autobiographical account of an ill-fated voyage in which Marlow makes his first appearance. The four tales variously appraise the glamour, folly, and rapacity of imperial adventure. All are concerned with illusions and all, in their diverse ways, display the brilliance of Joseph Conrad, creator of exotic vistas, adventurous narratives, and acutely ironic insights into human nature and the bases of civilization. - Back cover. An outpost of progress -- Karain : a memory -- Youth : a narrative -- Heart of darkness. Joseph Conrad ; edited with an introduction and notes by Cedric Watts. Previous edition: 2002. Includes bibliographical references (pages xxxii-xxxvi) and index. f------ e-uk--- Europeans Africa Fiction Suffering Fiction Great Britain Colonies Africa Fiction 823.914 CGH 9780199536016 0199536015 UKM 080130 20161205095416.0 192027120 eng