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Heart of Darkness

by Joseph Conrad

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Heart of Darkness

In Heart of Darkness, Conrad employs various literary devices, including symbolism, imagery, and irony. Symbolism is used extensively, with the Congo River representing the journey into the unknown....

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Heart of Darkness

The switches in narration between the two main characters are a way to add mystery and confusion to the plot. Also, they add credibility to Marlow's tale and make us trust him more because we see...

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