Joseph Conrad’s “Heart of Darkness” is a novella that follows the journey of Charles Marlow, who travels deep into the Congo to find Kurtz, an enigmatic ivory trader who has become a god-like figure among the natives. The novella explores themes of imperialism, exploitation, and the darkness within human nature. Conrad’s rich and ambiguous prose creates a sense of mystery and moral complexity, making “Heart of Darkness” one of the most influential works of 20th-century literature, often regarded as a critique of European colonialism.
