On the surface vs. Taking a closer look

When analyzing Kurtz on a surface level, the words strong, controlling, and dominant first come to mind. The reorder repeatedly hears about the voice of Kurtz and how he is so highly revered by the natives and agents that he controls. After hearing this description of Kurtz, one would hypothesize him being a big, overpowering figure whose appearance should match his frightening reputation. However, a deeper glance into Kurtz's personality shows physically how weak he really is and that even though he is seen as a powerful figure in the Congo, maybe the fact that he succumbed to his deepest desires shows his weakness. Kurtz is the one who succumbed to the temptations of the jungle and the ability to let his id and inner desires to come out fully.