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Achebe suggested that Conrad only saw the setting of Africa in its two extremes, silence and frenzy.

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In his discussion of conrads depiction of African woman what does achebe say that the author withholds from her that he does not withhold from her European coounterpart?

Human expression


What two words does Achebe offer to describe conrads method for desribeing the people and landscape of Africa?

He uses the words silence and frenzy.


According to Achebe Conrad's issue or problem with the firefighter is that he is not?

According to Achebe, Conrad's issue or problem with the firefighter is that he is not "in his place."


What does achebe conclude about concard at the end of the story?

At the end of the story, Achebe concludes that Conrad's novel "Heart of Darkness" perpetuates harmful stereotypes about Africa and its people. Achebe criticizes Conrad's portrayal of Africans as savages and argues that the novel reflects colonialist attitudes and prejudices.


What does Achebe say about whether Heart of Darkness can be considered a great work of art?

It cannot, because it dehumanizes Africa and Africans.


How many children did chinua achebe have?

Chinua Achebe has 4 children


What was one of the utmost important things for Conrad according to Achebe in The Heart of Darkness?

in their place


According to Achebe why does Conrad choose to describe Mr Kurtz's mistress in detail?

Both of the above


When was Achebe - comics - created?

Achebe - comics - was created in 1998.


According to Chinua Achebe what is the image of Africa that Conrad projects in Heart of Darkness?

That Africa is the "antithesis" of Europe


What inspired chinua achebe to write?

His father Isaiah Okafor Achebe.


Does Chinua Achebe have kids?

Yes, Chinua Achebe has 4 kids.