Many contrasting elements can be found to occur in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and Heart of Darkness. Truth and women are two comparisons that open up entirely different perspectives in the stories. Each comparison teaches inspiring lessons that, in result, lead to opposite outcomes. When looking at both aspects, one will learn much more if they look at both sides. The lessons that are taught in these stories can be applied to everyday life to create a more well rounded person.

The portrayal of women in Huck Finn and Heart of Darkness are opposites in every way. In Huck Finn women are dominant, independent, and strong. Miss Watson is a perfect representation of these women. She is educated and is the one who attempts to civilize Huck.

" Miss Watson would say, `Don't put your feet up there, Huckleberry;' and ` don't scrunch up like that, Huckleberry -...