Exploration and Intrigue in Africa

The chapter delves into Marlow's journey through Africa, encountering the complexities of European presence and the enigmatic figure of Kurtz. It highlights the exploitation of native laborers, the unsettling atmosphere within the company, and the ominous actions of Kurtz as chief. Themes of power dynamics, colonialism, and the contrasting portrayals of characters are established, setting the stage for unfolding mystery and darkness.