Achebe's critique called, "Image of Africa" describes Achebe's dislike of Conrad's novel; however, he feels the latter is a great writer. Conrad is a marvelous storyteller, drawing in the audience. Achebe fears this talent will lead to a world that views Africans as Conrad does.
The novel Heart of Darkness is a great example of Conrad’s work. Achebe does not speak ill of Conrad’s writing skills, but he cannot stand Conrad’s racist image of Africans. Achebe says, “Conrad, on the other hand, is undoubtedly one of the great stylists of modern fiction.” Achebe admires Conrad’s writing skills, but strongly dislikes the image he depicts of Africans.
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