What exactly does Conrad think is the problem with imperialism?

Reading: Heart of Darkness (Complete novel) This is located in Project Gutenberg online, here: Link https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/526

You may download the entire book via Kindle or in plain text.

Also, an article from The New Yorker: Link https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1995/11/06/the-trouble-with-heart-of-darkness
Discussion:

Take a look at Conrads attitude toward British imperialism, paying particular attention to the way Conrad plays with images of light vs. darkness and civilization vs. savagery in his novel, Heart of Darkness.

Question(s):

What exactly does Conrad think is the problem with imperialism? What is the horror that Conrad’s character Kurtz refers to with his dying breath? Be sure to cite specific passages from the text that illustrate support your interpretation.

Once you have a clear understanding of the text, move on to evaluation and application. Discuss ways that Conrads novel clearly express racist attitudes that might undercut his attempt to critique imperialism. In other words, discuss how Conrad is an example of Edward Saids concept of orientalism.

Again, cite specific passages from the text that illustrate support your interpretation, and be sure to include all references used.

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