Diction And Imagery In Joseph Conrad's Heart Of Darkness
Joseph Conrad writes several works from 1900 to 1907. One of his most impactful works is The Heart of Darkness, written in 1902. This short story describes the main character Marlow, a seaman, recounting a story of imperialism suffered by Africa in detail. Conrad’s writing style is uncommon, using particularly dark diction and imagery along with unique syntax.
Conrad’s diction is described by many as being melancholy. At the beginning of the story, Marlow and his shipmates are stuck on a flooded river. They were condemned to wait and examine their surroundings. On page two, Conrad writes, “The air was dark above Gravesend, and farther back still seemed condensed into a mournful gloom, brooding motionless over the biggest, and the greatest,
Conrad’s diction is described by many as being melancholy. At the beginning of the story, Marlow and his shipmates are stuck on a flooded river. They were condemned to wait and examine their surroundings. On page two, Conrad writes, “The air was dark above Gravesend, and farther back still seemed condensed into a mournful gloom, brooding motionless over the biggest, and the greatest,