Double Identity of Verloc: Anti-colonialism in Joseph Conrad’s The Secret Agent

Abstract

This research studies the anti-colonial resistance of the characters and their double identity presented in Conrad’s The Secret Agent. It also examines the simple life style and vast inner activities of the characters. Conrad presents the mentally deformed and exploited characters. These characters’ activities represent the revolutionary act. The novelist has managed the characters and their dialogues in the way that they are resisting against imperialism. It is highlighted that the radical conflict between colonized and colonizers in diverse forms attempts to force British Empire to withdraw itself from these countries. The novel is considered a contemporary classic because of its political theme that supports to maintain the then British Empire in various colonies. It's clarified that the dialogue and action of the characters represent the anti-colonial act to establish the public authority. And by highlighting the double identity and the spirit of resistance, Joseph Conrad in The Secret Agentquestions the discourse and authority of the empire. .