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Essay Topics

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Essay Topic 1

Marlow repeatedly describes his interactions with Kurtz as the ‘nightmare of his own choosing’. How is his experience nightmarish? How does he transform? Compare/contrast him after his experience, as compared to before.

Essay Topic 2

According to the manager at one of the earlier posts, many men die in Africa. Why might this be the case? Do you believe him and his uncle? What are other reasons they might have left?

Essay Topic 3

Darkness is a strongly symbolic concept in the book. What does it symbolize, and how is it important? Examine the importance and symbolism darkness throughout the book, tying it to characterizations.

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