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What was the condition of the wind as described in the text?
What was the condition of the wind as described in the text?
What did the Nellie do after swinging to her anchor?
What did the Nellie do after swinging to her anchor?
What did the sea-reach of the Thames look like?
What did the sea-reach of the Thames look like?
What was the appearance of the sails of the barges drifting up with the tide?
What was the appearance of the sails of the barges drifting up with the tide?
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What rested on the low shores that ran out to sea?
What rested on the low shores that ran out to sea?
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What was the only thing for the Nellie to do after being bound down the river?
What was the only thing for the Nellie to do after being bound down the river?
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What was the atmosphere like above Gravesend?
What was the atmosphere like above Gravesend?
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Who was standing in the bows looking to seaward?
Who was standing in the bows looking to seaward?
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What did the Accountant bring out to toy with?
What did the Accountant bring out to toy with?
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What was Marlow doing on the yacht?
What was Marlow doing on the yacht?
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How is the Lawyer described?
How is the Lawyer described?
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What was the mood on board the yacht?
What was the mood on board the yacht?
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What happened to the sun at the end of the day?
What happened to the sun at the end of the day?
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What did the water become as the day ended?
What did the water become as the day ended?
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Study Notes
- Heart of Darkness is a book written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1899 in serial form and 1902 as a book.
- The text starts with the Nellie, a cruising yawl, anchored on the Thames River, waiting for the tide to turn.
- The Director of Companies, who resembled a pilot, served as the captain and host. The crew included the Lawyer, the Accountant, and Marlow.
- Marlow was described as having sunken cheeks, a yellow complexion, a straight back, and an ascetic appearance.
- The group exchanged a few words and felt meditative. They did not begin a game of dominoes.
- The day ended in a serene and brilliant pacificity. The sun set, causing a change on the water's surface, and the river looked venerable and tranquil.
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Learn about the copyright information of the book 'Heart of Darkness' by Joseph Conrad, including details about its publication and public domain status. This quiz provides valuable information for those interested in downloading or using the ebook.
