Heart of Darkness

First mention of Mr Kurtz - What expectations are aroused for Marlow by the Accountant's remarks?

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The accountant characterizes Kurtz as a remarkable man, noting that he brings in more ivory than all of the other agents combined. Marlow expects Kurtz to be an entrenched company man with views of natives similar to most imperialist white men who steal and rape from the area.