How does the author use imagery in the novel, Valiant Gentlemen?

Murray uses imagery on several occasions in order to make a profound impression on the reader during important moments. For example, she describes the scene in which Casement encounters an elephant is told in great detail and indicates that Casement has had an epiphany about his role in the treatment of the Congolese. And, when Ward is contemplating marriage to Sarita, Murray describes Borneo using details about its beauty as a metaphor for Ward’s feelings about marriage.