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Heart of Darkness Language and Communication Quotes

How we cite our quotes: Citations follow this format: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #40

[Marlow to the Intended]: "'The last word he pronounced was - your name.'" (3.85)

The fact that Marlow says this and the Intended believes him is partially due to the fact that names constitute a very important part of language. They are an indication of identity.