“We live, as we dream – alone . . .” (65)

Marlow truly feels separated from the rest of the men on his steamer, which Conrad makes especially apparent with this declaration. While the rest of the crew are able to bond with their misdeeds committed to procure ivory, Marlow remains an enigma to them for his unwillingness to participate – thus remaining separate socially as well. He recognizes this and even embraces it, preferring to remain true to his morals and convictions than follow men like Kurtz blindly into the African wilderness.