$6.95
Heart of Darkness follows riverboat captain Marlow on his voyage through the African Congo at the height of European colonialism. Astounded by the brutal depravity he witnesses, Marlow becomes obsessed with meeting Kurtz. As he travels to find the mysterious Kurtz, Marlow discovers the horror that he witnesses in the inhabitants of the region. One of the most haunting stories ever written, Joesph Conrad tells the adventure and experience of Marlow as he makes his way in unfamiliar territory. Heart of Darkness unveils the horror of human nature, greed, and the ruthlessness of imperialism.
Proceeds from the sale of this book help fund the donation of our specially designed children’s books to barbershops in at-risk communities nationwide. DERT’s social mission is to ensure that all children identify as readers by having access to books and being read to on a regular basis. Reading together is vital for all children through their preschool years and beyond. DERT publishes a unique line of books and learning tools designed to engage families in reading through all stages of life.
Joseph Conrad’s action adventure novel, Heart of Darkness, features the cover design artwork of Vincent Riportella a communication design student from Long Island, New York.
This 150-page paperback is part of a social venture project to spread literacy to families in underserved communities. DERT works with emerging designers to create unique, customized books. Each DERT book features the design and conceptual artwork created by graphic design students. With each purchase, proceeds from the sale are donated to help support the cause of early childhood literacy.
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