1. Symbols in Heart of Darkness
... uses the nature of the Congo river as a symbol to express the chaos and condition in the heart of both the conquerors and the conquered. By using symbolism, Conrad deeply 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 ... aspects, thus being left with a heart in which no mercy or true joy can penetrate. In the big picture, as the Congo river symbolizes the chaos in the ...
- Word Count: 595
- Approx Pages: 2
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- Grade Level: Graduate