Heart of Darkness

Heart of Darkness - Review

Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad, is a successful classic and one of the best-selling books ever.

As with all classics, it can become a bit tiring for the modern reader, who is used to the fast pace of movies and TV shows. Despite that, the story is interesting enough to keep us curious, even when we are urged to skip a few pages to discover what will happen next.

The African Jungle

It wins us over with its story's evolution, opulent landscape, and captivating characters set in the middle of an African jungle.

The premise is simple: a storytelling sailor, a greedy mercenary, and a troubled journey in the middle of a dense forest shrouded in mist. What's a man capable of in an inhospitable place where no one will discover his deeds?

Human is More Than a Word

A long, troubled journey aimed at meeting a fascinating man who, after all, was just like every other man—imperfect, weak, and flawed.

Heart of Darkness is a book that takes readers on a journey through time and space, confronting them with the most obscure aspects of human nature.

Note: You can read the whole book for free at Project Gutenberg.

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