Before Marlow embarks on his journey to Africa, his aunt has unrealistic expectations of Marlow’s expedition. She relates him to an “apostle” to broadcast her assumption of him being brave and courageous; however, Marlow’s motive is the complete opposite. Marlow seeks to inhabit the savage Africa for profit instead of his aunt’s assumption of seeking adventurous skill to establish himself. When she assumes Marlow is traveling there to challenge danger and becoming a notable leader, she describes him as an “emissary of light.” This comment is not only ironic because Africa is dark and dangerous, but also she believes Marlow is going to withstand a dominate leadership role and become renowned when his purpose is the opposite.
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