Literature Seminar: Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness

Stephen Collins’ seminar on the Joseph Conrad’s novella concludes this month. More than a century after its 1899 publication, Heart of Darkness remains an indisputable classic text and arguably Conrad’s finest work. Some critics, notably Nigerian writer Chinua Achebe, have accused Conrad of blatant racism. Is that accurate? Or does Conrad actually expose the horrors of Imperialism and Colonialism? We will analyze the text with those thoughts in mind and hope to generate mindful discussion. Students should expect to encounter episodes of violence in the text. Having a copy of the text is required.

Open to out-of-town seniors for $20

* Friends of the Acton COA provides financial assistance for this event