1. Heart Of Darkness
The physical setting of the novel plays a major role in the journey through Heart of Darkness in both a physical or literal sense as well as in the metaphorical journey through one's own heart. ... These images are used to foreshadow the mystery of what lies ahead for Marlow on his journey. ... This is at the beginning of the novel before Marlow has begun on his journey within his heart. ... Shortly after this scene Marlow begins his journey to the inner station. ... The literal journey into the jungle is a metaphor, or a symbol, for the journey into the uncharted human soul. ...
- Word Count: 4389
- Approx Pages: 18
- Grade Level: High School