The journey through the Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad is a voyage through the treacherous Congo River. ... Marlow's journey into the Heart of Darkness symbolizes a journey through madness and hell traveling through the mystery of the unknown. ... Marlow was indifferent and decided to go through the fog, which is like going through hell. ... (Heart of Darkness, Joseph Conrad p.153) Mourning from the death of Marlow's helmsman and Kurtz, Marlow's trip through the Congo River was a journey through madness and hell. The Congo River was treacherous and dangerous, which...

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The end of another beautiful day in Hell, mused Aster, as he gazed through the bars of his room's tiny window. ... Of course, the almighty emperor and his foolish idea of having a score to settle with Joseph were at fault. ... Originally, a glorious new empire realize its not so glorious, another day in hell. ...

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I would have to say that Joseph Heller's Catch-22, was at least enjoyable to read. ... First, I think the most important thing aspect to look at, is that Heller makes death, a traditionally sickening topic, a humorous event. ... I think what Heller was trying to say is that when someone knows they are dying, nothing makes sense to them. ... How Heller wrote this impresses me. ...

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William Golding's most popular novel The Lord of the Flies has become a must read for all students of English literature along with the likes of Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness and E.M. ... He is the one who brings to life the beast, and brings true, literal hell on the island. ...

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• Grade Level: High School