{"product_id":"heart-of-darkness-collins-classics","title":"Heart of Darkness (Collins Classics) by Joseph Conrad","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeart of Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e by Joseph Conrad is a powerful and symbolic novella that follows Charles Marlow, a sailor who journeys up the Congo River in Africa in search of the mysterious ivory trader Kurtz. As Marlow travels deeper into the interior, he witnesses the brutality and exploitation of European colonialism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKurtz, once an idealistic man, has become corrupted by power and isolation, ruling over the local people with cruelty. Through Marlow’s experiences, the story explores the darkness within human nature, the hypocrisy of imperialism, and the thin line between civilization and savagery. The novel is known for its complex narrative and deep psychological and moral themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoseph Conrad (1857–1924) was a Polish-British novelist who wrote in English, despite it being his third language. Drawing on his experiences as a sailor, he created works that explore human psychology, morality, and the effects of imperialism. His major works include \u003cem\u003eHeart of Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLord Jim\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eNostromo\u003c\/em\u003e. Conrad is regarded as one of the greatest novelists in English literature for his narrative innovation and profound insight into the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44276559642881,"sku":"2P4PP4L4X-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/HEARTOFDARKNESS.jpg?v=1646638774","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/heart-of-darkness-collins-classics","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}