Congo Diary and Other Uncollected Pieces

Congo Diary and Other Uncollected Pieces

Author: Joseph Conrad

Publisher: Doubleday Books

Published: 1978

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13:

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Introduction -- The Congo diary, 1890 -- Up-river book, 1890 -- The sisters, 1895-96 -- Letter to the New York times Saturday book review, 1901 -- The books of my childhood, 1902 -- On the North Sea outrage, 1904 -- My best story and why I think so, 1906 -- The silence of the sea, 1909 -- A set of six, 1915 -- From the preface to "Youth" and "Gaspar Ruiz," 1920 -- Cablegram to the Committee for the Polish government loan, Washington, 1920 -- Foreword to Corsican and Irish landscapes, 1921 -- The first thing I remember, 1921 -- A Hugh Walpole anthology introductory note, 1922 -- Foreword to J.G. Sutherland: At sea with Joseph Conrad, 1922 -- Proust as creator, 1923 -- Foreword to A.J. Dawson: Britain's life-boats, 1923.--Draft of speech to be made at the Life-boat institution at the ninety-ninth meeting, 1923 -- Speech at the Lifeboat institution, 1923 -- Warrington Dawson: Adventure in the night, 1924 -- Preface to The nature of a crime, 1924 -- The nature of a crime, 1924 -- Biographical bibliography (p.152-158).


Heart of Darkness, With, The Congo Diary

Heart of Darkness, With, The Congo Diary

Author: Joseph Conrad

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 9780140186529

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A group of white men journeys up the Congo River to invade the jungles of the Belgian Congo, in an effort to rob the natives of their irovy.


Last Essays

Last Essays

Author: Joseph Conrad

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2010-12-02

Total Pages: 542

ISBN-13: 0521190592

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The first scholarly edition of Conrad's posthumously published prose pieces, as well as his Congo notebooks.


Heart of Darkness and the Congo Diary

Heart of Darkness and the Congo Diary

Author: Joseph Conrad

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008-10-07

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1440657599

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Marlow, a seaman and wanderer, recounts his physical and psychological journey in search of the infamous ivory trader Kurtz. Traveling up river to the heart of the African continent, he gradually becomes obsessed by this enigmatic, wraith-like figure. A haunting and hugely influential Modernist masterpiece, Heart of Darkness explores the limits of human experience as well as the nightmarish realities of imperialism. Part of a major series of new editions of Conrad's most famous works in Penguin Classics, this Enriched eBook contains Conrad's Congo Diary. Enriched eBook Features Editor Timothy S. Hayes provides the following specially commissioned features for this Enriched eBook Classic: * Filmography * Telling Africa’s Story Today: Recent Films About Africa * Contemporary Reviews of Heart of Darkness * Further Reading * Character Sketches * Diagram of a Typical Congo Steamer, ca. 1890 * Images of the Congo * Enriched eBook Notes The enriched eBook format invites readers to go beyond the pages of these beloved works and gain more insight into the life and times of an author and the period in which the book was originally written for a rich reading experience.


Congo

Congo

Author: Sean Rorison

Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9781841622330

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A guide to visiting the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Republic of Congo that provides an overview of the countries' geography, climate, history, government, culture, politics, and economy and offers information on accommodations, transportation, entertainment, shopping, nightlife, attractions, restaurants, and sights.


The Dark Continent?

The Dark Continent?

Author: Frits Andersen

Publisher: Aarhus Universitetsforlag

Published: 2015-12-31

Total Pages: 692

ISBN-13: 8771248544

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Africa: a forgotten continent that evades all attempts at control and transcends reason. Or does it? This book describes Europe's image of Africa and relates how the conception of the Dark Continent has been fabricated in European culture--with the Congo as an analytical focal point. It also demonstrates that the myth was more than a creation of colonial propaganda; the Congo reform movement--the first international human rights movement--spread horror stories that still have repercussions today. The book cross-examines a number of witness testimonies, reports and novels, from Stanley's travelogues and Conrad's Heart of Darkness to Herge's Tintin and Burroughs' Tarzan, as well as recent Danish and international Congo literature. The Dark Continent? proposes that the West's attitudes to Africa regarding free trade, emergency aid and intervention are founded on the literary historical assumptions of stories and narrative forms that have evolved since 1870.


Africa in Narratives

Africa in Narratives

Author: Ce, Chin

Publisher: Handel Books

Published: 2014-04-03

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9783708589

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Africa in Narratives illuminates or proves, against the backdrop of attitudes toward nations deemed 'ethnic' or 'minorities', that literature in Africa can live up to the challenge of aesthetic imagination to form an active, refreshing part of world cultural discourse. African countries have evolved imaginatively beyond their present ephemeral stages of social and political turmoil not to talk of intellectual imitations of western thought, nation literatures should be subject to the imperative of a continental cooperation.


Heart of Darkness and Other Tales

Heart of Darkness and Other Tales

Author: Joseph Conrad

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 9780192801722

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Regarded as Conrad's finest tale, these stories tell of Marlow's journey up the Congo River to meet Mr Kurtz. This volume also includes 'An Outpost of Progress', 'Karain' and 'Youth' in a revised edition using the English first edition texts and with new chronology and bibliography.


Political Fiction

Political Fiction

Author: Fouad Sabry

Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable

Published: 2024-08-05

Total Pages: 460

ISBN-13:

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Discover "Political Fiction," an essential part of the "Political Science" series that explores how literature intersects with political power. This book examines how political fiction reflects and challenges societal norms in an age dominated by corporate influence. Chapter Highlights: 1. Political Fiction: Understand its role in reflecting and challenging politics and society. 2. Joseph Conrad: Explore Conrad’s impact on modern political narratives. 3. Utopia: Trace the origins and influence of utopian thought. 4. Utopian and Dystopian Fiction: Contrast these genres as reflections and warnings of future possibilities. 5. English Novel: Examine its role in advancing political themes. 6. British Literature: Discover how British literature intertwines politics with storytelling. 7. The Iron Heel: Analyze Jack London's portrayal of corporate oligarchy. 8. The Big Read: Assess how influential books shape public consciousness. 9. Bolesław Prus: Explore Prus's contributions and his novel "Pharaoh." 10. Looking Backward: Review Edward Bellamy’s utopian vision and its impact. 11. Nostromo: Delve into Conrad's "Nostromo" and its commentary on power and corruption. 12. Pharaoh (Prus Novel): Revisit Prus’s "Pharaoh" and its political insights. 13. A Legend of Old Egypt: Reflect on historical fiction’s commentary on contemporary issues. 14. Political Ideas in Science Fiction: Examine how science fiction addresses political and societal themes. 15. Philosophy and Literature: Discuss how philosophy and literature shape political narratives. 16. Social Novel: Analyze its critique of social injustices and political systems. 17. Proletarian Literature: Explore its advocacy for the working class. 18. Andrew Milner: Introduce Milner’s perspectives on literature, culture, and politics. 19. Dystopia: Investigate dystopia’s warnings about future societies. 20. List of Penguin Classics: Review essential Penguin Classics that have influenced political fiction. 21. List of Utopian Literature: Guide to key works in utopian literature. "Political Fiction" is a vital resource for anyone interested in how fiction can illuminate and challenge political realities, enriching your understanding and perspective.