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Heart of Darkness: Character Studies by Dr Ashley Chantler (English) Paperback B

Description: Heart of Darkness by Dr Ashley Chantler Provides an overview of the novel, "The Heart of Darkness". This book offers discussions of the narrative structure and the narrators. It includes chapters analysing the characters in relation to the texts themes, issues and historical context. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Joseph Conrads Heart of Darkness (1899) is one of the most important literary works of the early twentieth century. It has provoked much critical debate, on issues such as fin de siècle doubt and pessimism, European colonialism, racism, and misogyny. Engaging with the novels characters is crucial to understanding its complexity and its criticalhistory.This study includes: an overview of the novel, including an account of its late nineteenth-century context discussions of the narrative structure and the narrators; - chapters analyzing in detail the key characters in relation to the texts themes, issues and historical context; engagement with a range of literary criticism and theory; a conclusion reminding students of the potential of detailed character analysis and close critical reading; a guide to secondary texts and a comprehensive bibliography. Notes Introduces the classic novel through its key characters for students. Author Biography Ashley Chantler is Senior Lecturer in English at the University of Chester, UK. Table of Contents Series Editors Preface1. Introduction: An Overview of Heart of Darkness2. On the Nellie3. Before the Congo4. On the Congo5. At the Inner Station6. Kurtzs Women?7. Conclusion: Through the Characters to the Themes and IssuesNotesGuide to Further ReadingBibliographyIndex Review "Ashley Chantlers introductory study is clear, concise, informative and open-minded. It will help students to explore and enjoy Conrads complex but rewarding tale." - Cedric Watts, Research Professor of English, University of Sussex, UK "...A decent appraisal of a truly great novel through substantial consideration of its modern critical analysis and minor character study. This suggests a really useful series from Continuum." - The University of Edinburgh Journal "An overview of the novel Heart of Darkness joins others in Continuums Character Studies series and offers discussions of the narrative structure and narrators key to the texts reading. High school to college-level students of Conrad will find this a powerful exploration of the themes and ideas of this classic text, and a must for comprehensive study." -The Literary Shelf (Bookwatch)"...a lot to offer to teachers...useful aid..." The Use of English, Summer 2009 Promotional This book introduces Heart of Darkness through its key characters - an ideal framework for students looking to develop an advanced understanding of the text. Long Description Joseph Conrads Heart of Darkness (1899) is one of the most important literary works of the early twentieth century. It has provoked much critical debate, on issues such as fin de siecle doubt and pessimism, European colonialism, racism, and misogyny. Engaging with the novels characters is crucial to understanding its complexity and its criticalhistory. This study includes: an overview of the novel, including an account of its late nineteenth-century context discussions of the narrative structure and the narrators; - chapters analyzing in detail the key characters in relation to the texts themes, issues and historical context; engagement with a range of literary criticism and theory; a conclusion reminding students of the potential of detailed character analysis and close critical reading; a guide to secondary texts and a comprehensive bibliography. > Review Quote "Ashley Chantlers introductory study is clear, concise, informative and open-minded. It will help students to explore and enjoy Conrads complex but rewarding tale." - Cedric Watts, Research Professor of English, University of Sussex, UK& Details ISBN082649174X Short Title HEART OF DARKNESS Series Character Studies Language English ISBN-10 082649174X ISBN-13 9780826491749 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 823.912 Year 2008 Imprint Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd. Subtitle Character Studies Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations black & white illustrations DOI 10.1604/9780826491749 UK Release Date 2008-03-27 AU Release Date 2008-03-27 NZ Release Date 2008-03-27 Translated from English Author Dr Ashley Chantler Pages 128 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Publication Date 2008-03-27 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:9493364;

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