MY ESSAY

My essay is going to analyze the symbol of ivory and its effect on Kurtz and Marlow. To fully develop my ideas I am going to explore the difference in speech patterns when the word is mentioned or the actually object is around. I think it is important to look at Ivory on the literal level (the importance of it) and on a metaphorical level (as a metaphor for the savage events that happen when obtaining the ivory).

Psychologic Journey

Conrad, through the voice of Marlow, conveys how the savage-like civilization in the congo distorts the mind. Although Conrad was morally straight when he was in Marlow's use of sarcasm and irony leads the reader to understand that he loses his morals when he is in a savage environment. These environments are referred to by Marlow as "dark places." Experiencing being in the congo at a young age like Marlow was a psychologic journey that is unlike post-civilized England.

#6

Marlow encompasses the negative realities of the British colonization in Africa in the painting. The theme of light and darkness is reversed often in this poem. For example the torch that the woman is holding instead of symbolizing something good, it symbolizes the potential to ruin Africa. The dark tones of the painting reflect the vast amount of savageness. Marlow certainly reflects his own views through the painting.

Heart of Darkness #2

I think story begins with the description of England in old times when they were savage colonies because Africa is like England in those days. By giving this account, the reader understands what the journey ahead will be like.