Joseph Conrads novella, Heart of Darkness, has fascinated critics and readers alike, engaging them in highly controversial debate as it deals with fundamental issues of good and evil, civilisation, race, love and heroism. This classic tale transcends the boundaries of time and place and has inspired famous film and television adaptations emphasising the cultural significance and continued relevance of the book.

This guide to Conrads captivating novel offers:

• an accessible introduction to the text and contexts of Heart of Darkness
• a critical history, surveying the many...