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According to Achebe why does Conrad choose to describe Mr Kurtz's mistress in detail?
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According to Achebe Conrad's issue or problem with the firefighter is that he is not?
According to Achebe, Conrad's issue or problem with the firefighter is that he is not "in his place."
What was one of the utmost important things for Conrad according to Achebe in The Heart of Darkness?
in their place
According to Chinua Achebe what two words summed up Joseph Conrad's characterization of Africa and Africans?
Achebe suggested that Conrad only saw the setting of Africa in its two extremes, silence and frenzy.
According to Achebe what is Conrad's issue or problem with the firefighter?
In Achebe's critique of Conrad's novel "Heart of Darkness," he argues that Conrad's problem with the character of the African fireman is rooted in his portrayal as a dehumanized and simplistic figure, reinforcing colonial stereotypes and perpetuating the narrative of African inferiority. Achebe suggests that this portrayal reflects Conrad's own biases and limitations as a product of his time and context.
According to Chinua Achebe what is the image of Africa that Conrad projects in Heart of Darkness?
That Africa is the "antithesis" of Europe
According to Achebe For Conrad things being is of the utmost importance?
In Achebe's critique of Conrad's "Heart of Darkness," he argues that Conrad portrays Africa and its people as a backdrop to explore the existential question of human existence. Achebe criticizes this as dehumanizing and perpetuating harmful stereotypes about Africa and its inhabitants. By prioritizing the existential concerns of the European characters over the humanity of the African characters, Conrad's narrative reinforces colonialist attitudes.
According to Achebe what is the real point behind Conrad's comparison of the Congo to the Thames?
The point is that the rivers have a "lurking kinship."
What does Achebe point to in order to suggest that Conrad approves of Marlow?
Achebe points to Conrad's use of language and narrative perspective to suggest that Conrad approves of Marlow. Achebe argues that the way Conrad elevates Marlow's character and viewpoint, along with the lack of substantial critique of Marlow's actions, implies a form of endorsement by the author.
What does Achebe point to in order to suggest that Conrad 'approves of ' Marlow?
Achebe points to the similarities between their two careers in order to suggest that Conrad approves of Marlow.
What does Achebe conclude about Conrad at the end of the story?
That he is a racist.
What does achebe conclude about concard at the end of the story?
At the end of the story, Achebe concludes that Conrad's novel "Heart of Darkness" perpetuates harmful stereotypes about Africa and its people. Achebe criticizes Conrad's portrayal of Africans as savages and argues that the novel reflects colonialist attitudes and prejudices.
According to Achebe what is Conrad's purpose in the rare instances in which he gives African characters the power of speech?
To have them convince the reader of their savagery through their own words
