The primary narrator of the story "The Lagoon" is Captain Davidson, who recounts the events while conversing with the main character, Arsat. The story is mainly told from his perspective as he listens to Arsat share his experiences.
In the story "The Lagoon" by Joseph Conrad, Arsat's brother dies during a battle with another tribe. Arsat seeks help from the narrator to escape with his lover, Diamelen, in order to avoid any repercussions from his brother's death.
The shifts reinforce the emotional extreme's in Arsat's tale.
The shifts reinforce the emotional extreme's in Arsat's tale.
When Tuan or the white man arrived at Arsat's house beside the river, he found Arsat to be very concerned about his beloved Diamelen. She was sick and dying and Arsat was helpless
they are disturbed because they do not like or trust Arsat
They believe Arsat is spiritually powerful
In "The Lagoon," Arsat recounts the tragic tale of his love for Diamelen, a woman he deeply cherished. He describes how they fled their village together, but their happiness was short-lived when Diamelen fell ill. Arsat's desperate attempt to save her ultimately leads to a heartbreaking loss, as he is forced to confront the consequences of his choices and the haunting memories of their love. The story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the weight of guilt.
He is worried and grieving
He is worried and grieving
He is worried and grieving
In "The Lagoon," Arsat is driven to finally speak to Diamelen due to the urgency of the situation. His brother, Tuan, is mortally wounded, and Arsat knows he must seek help for him. This dire circumstance compels Arsat to break his silence with Diamelen.