In this video, we'll give you a summary of Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad. This classic novel explores the dark heart of colonialism and the human psyche. Watch this video to get a quick overview of the story and its major themes. Perfect for students or anyone interested in this iconic piece of literature.

"Heart of Darkness" is a novel written by Joseph Conrad which creates a summary of events that occurred in Central Africa. It was first published in 1899. The story is framed as a narrative within a narrative. Charles Marlow narrates the main story. He is a seaman and wanderer who tells about his journey into the heart of the Congo Free State in Central Africa. The novel is divided into three parts

The story begins on a ship anchored in the Thames River in London. The narrator Marlow tells his story to a group of men aboard the Nellie. Marlow explains how he always had a fascination with maps and exploration since childhood. He says that his longing for adventure leads him to take a job as a steamboat captain in Africa.

Marlow secures a position with a Belgian trading company that operates in the Congo. The company's primary objective is to extract ivory from Africa. Marlow is assigned to command a steamboat and is excited about venturing into the unknown.

Marlow leaves Europe and travels to Africa. As he approaches the coast, he witnesses the effects of European colonialism on the African people and land. The company's station on the coast is broken down, and the Europeans there seem to be obsessed with power and profit rather than the welfare of the natives.

Marlow hears about Mr Kurtz. He is a mysterious ivory trader and is renowned for his success as well as his enigmatic personality. Marlow’s interest in him increases as the rumours about him surround him. The journey up the Congo River is difficult. Marlow faces numerous challenges, including the harsh conditions, the incompetence of the company's agents, and encounters with hostile native tribes.

Marlow finally reaches the Central Station. He is confronted with the brutality and inefficiency of the colonial enterprise. He finds the manager of the station manipulative and corrupt. The summary of events in this part of the novel “Heart of Darkness” makes Marlow increasingly critical of the European presence in Africa.

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