d by Kurtz's fiance to come to her house to speak of her beloved Kurtz. Upon her asking Marlow what Kurtz last words were, Marlow responded "The last word he pronounced was---your name" He lies to her. He does something he utterly detests. This is the event that convinces the reader of Marlow's taking of a middle position. He does look inside himself and use his own personal ability to judge this event. He does what Kurtz had told him. Despite all of his lies, he judges this situation and decides that it was right to lie. However, he is different from Kurtz. Regardless of Marlow's decision, he will always incorporate some principles into his judgment. Marlow now creates his 'alternative reality' and achieves his truth. When Marlow was exposed to the environment of the Congo, it had a tremendous effect upon him. The protagonist of Conrad's novel undergoes a drastic change in response to his environment, common only to that specific time period. Kurtz showed Marlow the flaws in the Europeans imperialistic ideals and changed his life forever....
