# Heart of Darkness: Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition

Heart of Darkness from Penguin Classics is a 160-page English edition of Joseph Conrad’s novel, presented as a deluxe edition with a cover by Mike Mignola. Its account of Marlow’s journey upriver and his search for Kurtz explores colonialism and the values underpinning Western civilisation.

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- Rating: 3.8 / 5
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## At a glance

- Conrad’s story follows Marlow’s physical and psychological journey in search of ivory trader Kurtz.
- The publisher describes the novel as a portrait of colonialism and a questioning of Western civilisation.
- The listing identifies this as a deluxe edition with a cover by artist Mike Mignola.

## Pros

- A compact 160-page edition for readers seeking Conrad’s novel in a relatively short format.
- The edition is presented with a distinctive cover by Mike Mignola.

## Specifications

### Edition and text
- Publisher: Penguin
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Publication date: 27 September 2012
- Print length: 160 pages
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 187 g
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 1 x 21.2 cm
### ISBN
- ISBN-10: 9780143106586
- ISBN-13: 978-0143106586

## Before you buy

- Customer feedback reports that the novel can be difficult to follow, and reactions to its writing style are mixed. The listing identifies a deluxe edition but does not specify a binding type.

## A good fit for

- Readers interested in Conrad’s classic, colonialism and psychologically focused fiction.
- Readers comfortable with challenging prose and themes that invite interpretation.

## Less suited to

- Readers who prioritise straightforward, easy-to-follow prose.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the book as memorable, classic and thought-provoking, with positive remarks about its layers of meaning. Feedback also flags difficulty following the text and mixed reactions to the writing style. For readers drawn to Conrad’s themes, the 160-page length offers a compact edition, but the reported readability concerns matter if accessible prose is a priority. Ratings are mixed overall rather than uniformly positive.
- Positive themes: Readers describe the book as a memorable classic and thought-provoking.
- Positive themes: Some customers appreciate its layered meanings and insights into racism.
- Negative themes: Readability is a reported concern, with some customers finding the text difficult to follow.
- Mixed feedback: Customer reactions to the writing style are mixed.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is this edition of Heart of Darkness?
The listing describes a first-edition Penguin publication in English, with 160 pages and a deluxe-edition cover by Mike Mignola.
### What is the novel about?
It follows Marlow’s journey upriver in search of Kurtz and examines colonialism, power and the values of Western civilisation.
### Is the book easy to read?
Customer feedback is mixed on readability, with some finding the novel difficult to follow. It may suit readers willing to spend time with challenging prose.

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