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Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The title of the book, “Heart of Darkness” uses the term “darkness,” which appears repeatedly throughout the book. What are the possible meanings of this title? Why might Conrad have chosen this title, rather than something else?

Essay Topic 2

Natives are often victims in “Heart of Darkness.” Is this a racist work? In what ways might it be considered not racist? Is race a central theme of the book?.

Essay Topic 3

Kurtz is the central character of the novel, though he appears only briefly. Describe what happened to Kurtz. What was he like, and what was his fate? How does he come into play in the book?

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