1. Symbols in Heart of Darkness
... explores the overall theme of the dehumanizing and futile aspects of imperialism. Conrad personifies the river to symbolically reflect the feelings of the people being conquered. He says the river has a, "vengeful aspect," but the author does not imply that the river itself desires revenge, but that the Africans desire to take revenge against the cruelty inflicted by the ... ...
- Word Count: 595
- Approx Pages: 2
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: Graduate