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An Analysis Of "The Real," As Reflected In Conrad's Heart Of Darkness, Beverly Rose Joyce Jan 2008

An Analysis Of "The Real," As Reflected In Conrad's Heart Of Darkness, Beverly Rose Joyce

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Heart of Darkness, as a framed narrative, questions perception and authenticity. It is difficult to discern Marlow's individual voice, for it is buried within a layering of narration. Critics ascribe the words of the text to Marlow, claiming he is the one who, in Achebe's words, dehumanizes Africans. Yet, the quotation marks suggest otherwise. Perception is relevant to an analysis of Heart of Darkness, for it is unclear whose point of view constructs the text, that of Kurtz, Marlow, or the frame narrator. Since the narrative is likely composed of multiple perspectives, it is difficult to determine whose reality it …


The Nature Of Violence--Differing Perceptions Of Reality In America, Arthur R. Landever Jan 1970

The Nature Of Violence--Differing Perceptions Of Reality In America, Arthur R. Landever

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Arthur Landever discusses the differing views concerning the definition, nature, and impact of violence.