Herman Melville Books

Weit über ›Moby-Dick‹ hinaus war Melville, der in seiner Jugend auf einem Postschiff, später auf einem Walfänger angeheuert hatte, ein Dichter des Meeres: Drei Jahre vor seinem Tod verlegte er anonym, zu Selbstkosten und in einer Auflage von nur 25 Stück die Gedichtsammlung ›John Marr und andere Matrosen‹, eine Hommage an die Kameradschaft auf See und an eine glanzvolle Epoche der Seefahrt, die mit dem amerikanischen Bürgerkrieg endete. Zu alt, um noch zur See zu fahren, haben John Marr, Bräutigam Dick und andere weitgereiste Männer sich im Inland Amerikas niedergelassen. Doch in der neuen Umgebung werden sie nicht heimisch; mit den gleichmütigen Landmenschen, für die das Meer nur ein »vages Gerücht« ist, verbindet sie nichts. Und so erwachen die Kameraden von einst in den Erinnerungen der Seemänner noch einmal zum Leben. Ihre Stimmen künden von vergangenen Zeiten voll Ehre und Mut, aber auch von Tod, Vergänglichkeit und unausweichlichem Schicksal. Eins ist klar in den Seemannsgedichten von Herman Melville: Ein echter Matrose kann nie zur Landratte werden. »Sturm ist Leben! – Lasst es stürmen!« Von der Sehnsucht nach Abenteuer und dem Leben im Augenblick erzählen Melvilles weitgehend unbekannte Texte. Ergänzt durch feinsinnige Zeichnungen von Pascal Cloëtta, bietet diese deutsche Erstübersetzung die Möglichkeit, eine wohlvertraute Stimme der amerikanischen Literatur neu zu entdecken. Englischer Originaltext im Anhang.

The mysteries of the sea have provided an endless course of fascination for generations of writers and some of the world's best sea stories from over 100 famous authors are collected together in this splendid anthology. The book contains renowned work by Defoe, Marryat, Poe, Dumas, Melville, Conrad, Stevenson and Irving, all of whom were inspired by the sea.There are mythical adventures drawn from legends such as The Odyssey, Beowulf and The Arabian Nights; awe-inspiring stories about deep-sea creatures such as Moby-Dick; and thrilling descriptions of maritime battles and escapes from such famous novels as Kidnapped, The Count of Monte Cristo, and Ben Hur.With stories from 20 countries, spanning more than 2000 years and unequalled for sheer narrative skill and drama, this stirring anthology filled with maritime exploits will make compulsive reading.

The narrative follows Israel Potter, whose life spans fifty years of exile, drawing inspiration from a 19th-century pamphlet about the real-life figure Israel R. Potter. Set against a backdrop of adventure and personal struggle, the story explores themes of identity and resilience. Originally serialized in Putnam's Monthly magazine, it reflects Melville's intricate storytelling and engagement with historical events. The book's unique blend of fact and fiction highlights the complexities of exile and the quest for belonging.

A rich compendium of Herman Melville's greatest short works."

"Mardi, and a Voyage Thither" follows an American sailor, Taji, who leaves his whaling ship to explore the South Pacific. The story intertwines romance with the mysterious Yillah and a philosophical journey with Babbalanja and his companions. Herman Melville's narrative reflects his sea experiences and societal contradictions.

"A masterful adaptation of the timeless literary classic, faithfully and beautifully rendered by an award-winning artist. In striking black-and-white illustrations, Chaboute retells the story of the Great American Novel. Captain Ahab strikes out on a voyage, obsessively seeking revenge on the great white whale that took his leg. This hardcover edition collects both of the Vents d'Ouest volumes, printed in English for the first time"-- Provided by publisher

Collected in this volume are Bartleby the Scrivener, Benito Cereno, and Billy Budd—presented in the best texts available, those published during Melville's lifetime and corrected by the author.Each text has been carefully edited and annotated for student readers.As his writing reflects, Melville was extraordinarily well read. "Contexts" collects important sources for each novel, including writings by Ralph Waldo Emerson, Amasa Delano, and Nathaniel Hawthorne."Criticism" includes twenty-eight essays about the novels sure to promote classroom discussion. Contributors include Leo Marx, Elizabeth Hardwick, Frederick Busch, Robert Lowell, Herschel Parker, Carolyn L. Karcher, Thomas Mann, and Hannah Arendt.A Selected Bibliography is included.--wwnorton.co.uk

The collection features three renowned shorter works by Herman Melville. "Benito Cereno" explores a dramatic revolt on a Spanish ship, highlighting themes of power and resistance. "Bartleby: The Scrivener" serves as a moral allegory set against the backdrop of Wall Street, examining issues of individuality and societal expectations. Lastly, "The Encantadas" presents a series of evocative sketches inspired by Melville's own experiences in the Galapagos Islands, capturing the unique landscape and its implications.

Penguin Readers is a series of simplified novels, film novelizations and original titles that introduce students at all levels to the pleasures of reading in English. Originally designed for teaching English as a foreign language, the series' combination of high interest level and low reading age makes it suitable for both English-speaking teenagers with limited reading skills and students of English as a second language. Many titles in the series also provide access to the pre-20th century literature strands of the National Curriculum English Orders.

This volume, first published in 1856, collects three of Melville's most important pieces of prose fiction: 'Bartleby, the Scrivener', Benito Cereno' and The Encantadas, or Enchanted Isles'. Also included in this volume are The Lightning-Rod Man', The Bell Tower' and a story written especially for the collection, `The Piazza'.

Stung by the critical reception and lack of commercial success of his previous two works, Moby-Dick and Pierre, Herman Melville became obsessed with the difficulties of communicating his vision to readers. His sense of isolation lies at the heart of these later works. "Billy Budd, Sailor," a classic confrontation between good and evil, is the story of an innocent young man unable to defend himself against a wrongful accusation. The other selections here-"Bartleby," "The Encantadas," "Benito Cereno," and "The Piazza"-also illuminate, in varying guises, the way fictions are created and shared with a wider society. In his introduction Frederick Busch discusses Melville's preoccupation with his "correspondence with the world," his quarrel with silence, and why fiction was, for Melville, "a matter of life and death." Book jacket.

"When Ishmael and his friend join the crew of the whaling ship the Pequod, they are unaware that its captain, the mysterious Ahab, is out for revenge. His plan is to pursue and kill the viscious white whale, Moby Dick, and no one can stop him!"--Back cover note.

Herman Melville first glimpsed the Galapagos Islands as a young seaman on the whaler Acushnet. Years later, after the failure of Moby-Dick, he sought to regain his lost popularity by writing a series of magazine sketches titled "The Encantadas or Enchanted Isles," which reflect the strange and captivating worlds he encountered there. These sketches explore themes of isolation, nature's grandeur, and the interplay between humanity and the environment, capturing the unique essence of the islands and their enigmatic allure. Through vivid descriptions and philosophical musings, Melville invites readers to contemplate the mysteries of existence and the beauty of the natural world, creating a rich tapestry of narrative that resonates with both adventure and introspection.

Though best-known for his epic masterpiece Moby-Dick, Herman Melville also left a body of short stories arguably unmatched in American fiction. In the sorrowful tragedy of Billy Budd,Sailor; the controlled rage of Benito Cereno; and the tantalizing enigma of Bartleby, the Scrivener; Melville reveals himself as a singular storyteller of tremendous range and compelling power. In these stories, Melville cuts to the heart of race, class, capitalism, and globalism in America, deftly navigating political and social issues that resonate as clearly in our time as they did in Melville's. This 'Penguin Classics' edition features the reading text of 'Billy Budd, Sailor', as edited from a genetic study of the manuscript by Harrison Hayford and Merton M. Sealts, Jr., and the authoritative Northwestern-Newberry text of 'The Piazza Tales'.

Two stories about eccentric men who by their seeming lack of interest in humanity in Bartleby's case, and the overwhelming concern of the lightning-rod seller stand out from other men.

Shining examples of American literature at its best, these four novels explore timeless themes—adventure, war, sex, and morality—through compelling narratives. An adulteress, a runaway boy, a terrified soldier, and a maltreated sailor—the heroes of these novels have become a part of popular culture. This indispensable volume includes… The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane Billy Budd by Herman Melville With an Introduction by Sandra Newman

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises , the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content .The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning ( CEFR ). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.When the young sailor "Ishmael" decides to sail on the Pequod with the mysterious Captain Ahab, he has no idea about Ahab's plans to get revenge on the great white whale Moby Dick. Ahab wants to find and kill the whale at any cost - even if it means losing his ship and his crew.

Herman Melville towers among American writers not only for his powerful novels, but also for the stirring novellas and short stories that flowed from his pen. Two of the most admired of these — "Bartleby" and "Benito Cereno" — first appeared as magazine pieces and were then published in 1856 as part of a collection of short stories entitled The Piazza Tales."Bartleby" (also known as "Bartleby the Scrivener") is an intriguing moral allegory set in the business world of mid-19th-century New York. A strange, enigmatic man employed as a clerk in a legal office, Bartleby forces his employer to come to grips with the most basic questions of human responsibility, and haunts the latter's conscience, even after Bartleby's dismissal."Benito Cereno," considered one of Melville's best short stories, deals with a bloody slave revolt on a Spanish vessel. A splendid parable of man's struggle against the forces of evil, the carefully developed and mysteriously guarded plot builds to a dramatic climax while revealing the horror and depravity of which man is capable.Reprinted here from standard texts in a finely made, yet inexpensive new edition, these stories offer the general reader and students of Melville and American literature sterling examples of a literary giant at his story-telling best.--back cover

Onboard the Fidèle, a steamboat floating down the Mississippi to New Orleans, a confidence man sets out to defraud his fellow passengers. In quick succession he assumes numerous guises - from a legless beggar and a worldly businessman to a collector for charitable causes and a 'cosmopolitan' gentleman, who simply swindles a barber out of the price of a shave. Making very little from his hoaxes, the pleasure of trickery seems an end in itself for this slippery conman. Is he the Devil? Is his chicanery merely intended to expose the mercenary concerns of those around him? Set on April Fool's Day, The Confidence-Man (1857) is an engaging comedy of masquerades, digressions and shifting identity, and a devastating satire on the American dream. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Outwardly a narrative of events aboard a British man-of-war during the turmoil of the Napoleonic Wars, this novel is a nautical recasting of the Fall, a parable of good and evil, a meditation on justice and political governance, and a portrait of three extraordinary men.

Contains one long brain-muddling, soul-bewildering ambiguity, like Melchisedeck, without beginning or end - a labyrinth without a clue - an Irish bog without so much as a Jacko 'the' lantern to guide the wanderer's footsteps - the dream of a distempered stomach, disordered by a hasty supper on half- cooked pork chops.

Herman Melville, an influential figure of the American Renaissance, is renowned for his complex narratives and exploration of themes such as obsession and humanity's struggle against nature. His notable works include the celebrated Moby-Dick, a profound exploration of whaling and revenge, and Typee, which reflects his romanticized experiences in Polynesia. Although initially overlooked, Melville's legacy surged during the 20th century, particularly with Moby-Dick's recognition as a cornerstone of American literature.

Set against the backdrop of the South Seas, this travel narrative interweaves Herman Melville's personal experiences as a sailor with imaginative elements and influences from other travel literature. The book's immediate success in both London and New York established Melville as a notable author, although his reputation waned until a resurgence of interest in the 1920s recognized his contributions to American literature. Typee offers a unique glimpse into Melville's perspective on adventure, culture, and the complexities of life at sea.

Wellington Redburn is a 15-year-old from the state of New York, with only one dream - to run away to sea. However, when he does fulfil this long-held fantasy, he quickly finds that reality as a cabin boy is far harsher than he ever imagined. A sea journal and coming-of-age tale, he provides an insight into the mind of one of America's novelists.

In 1843, after three years of voyaging in the South Seas, Melville signed up as an ordinary seaman on the man-of-war United States, and headed for home. What he observed on that trip formed the basis of White-Jacket, a success both as a story and as an expos 'e of certain naval practices of which the public was only dimly aware.

Set in a charming New England home, the novella features an eccentric homeowner who humorously reflects on the significance of his chimney as a symbol of domesticity and tradition. Through witty anecdotes and sharp observations, it critiques 19th-century societal norms and expectations. The narrator's interactions with family and visitors, including a critical wife and a skeptical clergyman, reveal deeper insights into human nature and the concept of home. Melville's blend of satire and humor makes this work both delightful and thought-provoking, showcasing his literary versatility.

"1797 - the Mediterranean. Britain and France are at war. British warships are fighting French warships. Young Billy Budd arrives on the British warship, Indomitable. Billy is strong and handsome. Most of the sailors on the ship like Billy. But he has an enemy - John Claggart, the master-at-arms. Claggart hates Billy. And he has a plan. He will make trouble for the young sailor." -- Cover.

Dark, nightmarish sea stories and poems inspired by Melville's adventures around the world's oceans in a whaler.

Set in the paradise of a South Sea island, "Typee" is a combination of fact and fiction. The tale is a distortion of the life of the Typees and foreshadows the metaphysical preoccupations in Melville's later work with its depiction of the evil and mystery lurking beneath the idyllic setting.

The narrative follows Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for revenge against Moby Dick, a giant white whale that previously destroyed his ship and severed his leg. Through the eyes of Ishmael, the story explores themes of obsession, the struggle between man and nature, and the complexities of fate. This edition preserves the original text from 1892, providing readers with an authentic experience of Herman Melville's classic tale of adventure and existential reflection.

The collection showcases Herman Melville's masterful storytelling through a range of themes and emotions. "Billy Budd, Sailor" explores tragic innocence, while "Benito Cereno" delves into the complexities of power and race. Additional stories like "Cock-A-Doodle-Doo!" and "The Encantadas" highlight Melville's diverse narrative style and keen observations of human nature and society. Each tale reflects his deep philosophical insights and rich characterizations, making this anthology a profound exploration of 19th-century America.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, a company dedicated to producing large print editions. The focus on accessibility ensures that individuals with impaired vision can enjoy and engage with classic literature more easily.

The book is a reproduction of a historical work, specifically designed for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house that focuses on large print editions, it aims to enhance accessibility and ease of reading.

Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. The publishing house Megali emphasizes making classic texts more readable, ensuring that a wider audience can enjoy and engage with important literary works from the past.

The narrative unfolds through Ishmael, a sailor who recounts Captain Ahab's relentless pursuit of the legendary white whale, Moby Dick. Ahab's obsession is fueled by a desire for vengeance after the whale destroyed his ship and caused him to lose his leg. The story explores themes of obsession, revenge, and the struggle against nature, set against the backdrop of whaling in the 19th century. As Ahab's quest intensifies, it delves into the psychological and moral complexities of his character and the crew's journey.

Set in the South Pacific Marquesas Islands, this travel narrative recounts Herman Melville's real-life experiences on Nuku Hiva in 1842, blending personal adventure with imaginative storytelling. The tale centers around the valley of Taipivai, known as Taipi, and explores themes of cultural encounters and survival. Melville's vivid descriptions and insights into island life contributed to the book's popularity, earning him notoriety as the "man who lived among the cannibals." It remains a significant work in adventure literature.

Featured title on PBS's The Great American Read in 2018 Ignoring prophecies of doom, the seafarer Ishmael joins the crew of a whaling expedition that is an obsession for the ship's captain, Ahab. Once maimed by the White Whale, Moby Dick, Ahab has set out on a voyage of revenge. With godlike ferocity, he surges into dangerous waters--immune to the madness of his vision, refusing to be bested by the forces of nature. An exhilarating whaling yarn, an apocalyptic theodicy, a tragic confessional, and a profound allegory, Moby Dick encompasses all that it means to be human--from the physical and metaphysical to the spiritual and emotional. Full of strange wisdom and wild digressive energy, it's a singular literary performance universally regarded as one of the great American novels. Revised edition: Previously published as Moby Dick, this edition of Moby Dick (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.

Set in the South Seas, the narrative follows the protagonist's journey aboard a whaling ship after departing from Nuku Hiva. The adventure unfolds as the crew faces a mutiny, leading to the imprisonment of a third of them on Tahiti. Drawing from Herman Melville's own experiences, this sequel to Typee explores themes of adventure and survival in a captivating maritime setting. The story's impact extended beyond literature, inspiring a 1949 exploitation film adaptation titled Omoo-Omoo, the Shark God.

In this classic of travel and adventure literature, Herman Melville drew upon his adventures in the South Pacific Marquesas Islands as a prisoner of the Typee people. Like the novel's narrator, Melville jumped ship from a whaling vessel and was held in benign captivity by an indigenous tribe with a reputation for ferocity and cannibalism. His startling and romantic glimpses of native peoples and their customs thrilled Victorian readers, making this the most popular of Melville's books in its day. The study of a culture that both impressed and alarmed the author, this 1846 narrative is also the exciting story of a stranded sailor's attempts to escape from an idyllic but ultimately stultifying existence. Melville's book enjoyed a reputation as a reliable source of firsthand anthropological lore for decades before his use of poetic license came to light. Nevertheless, modern readers appreciate the tale as an intriguing mix of experience and imagination, a combination that enlivened and informed Melville's other works.

A classic of the sea, telling of the pursuit of Moby Dick, the white whale who defied capture.

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Der geschmackvoll gestaltete Schmuckschuber mit den spannenden Abenteuern Robinson Crusoe, Moby Dick, Die Schatzinsel, Tom Sawyer & Hucklebery Finn ist das ideale Geschenk für Leser klassischer Abenteuer-Romane.

Drei Hochkaräter der Meeresabenteuer im hochwertigen Schuber: Jack Londons 'Seewolf', Herman Melvilles 'Moby Dick' und Stevensons 'Schatzinsel'. Auf Meeren und entlegenen Inseln kämpfen die Helden um nicht weniger als das nackte Überleben. Mann gegen Mann, Mann gegen Mannschaft oder Mann gegen Tier - die Spielformen des Kampfes sind vielfältig und halten sehr unterschiedliche Wahrheiten über das Leben bereit. Tauchen Sie ein in eine Welt voller Abenteuer, Spannung und Gefahren!

Y fue entonces cuando, cruzando repentinamente la mandíbula inferior en forma de hoz por debajo de él, Moby Dick segó su pierna, al igual que una guadaña corta la hierba del campo. A partir de ese maldito día, un obsesivo deseo de venganza atormenta al capitán Ahab, obligándose a perseguir por todos los mares a la ballena blanca. El cineasta John Huston llevó a la pantalla la historia d esta descarnada lucha.

Als man Herman Melville nach langer Vergessenheit um 1920 wiederentdeckte, wurde er auf einen Schlag zu einem der großen Autoren der Weltliteratur. ›Moby Dick‹ mutet als frühe Vorwegnahme des postmodernen Romans an. Von seiner Erzählung Bartleby führt eine direkte Linie zu Kafka; die Erzählung gilt als eines von Melvilles wichtigsten Werken und als Vorläufer existenzialistischer und absurder Literatur. Dass seine Kurzprosa ebenso meisterhaft ist wie sein Hauptwerk ›Moby Dick‹, beweisen auch die Erzählungen ›Die Veranda‹, ›Benito Cereno‹, ›Der Blitzableitermann‹, ›Die Encantadas‹ und ›Der Glockenturm‹.Entnommen aus "Vortoppmann Billy Budd u. a. Erzählungen".

Il giovane Ismaele, in cerca di avventure, si imbarca sulla baleniera Pequod, comandata dal capitano Achab. Una volta a bordo della nave, il ragazzo scopre che il viaggio ha un obiettivo ambizioso: trovare e sconfiggere Moby Dick, la gigantesca balena bianca, con la quale l'ombroso capitano ha un vecchio conto in sospeso. Inizia così l'avventura marinara più famosa di tutti i tempi, raccontata da Geronimo Stilton con freschezza e semplicità.

Große Abenteuer und große Heldentaten „Wolfsblut“, „Ruf der Wildnis“ und „Der Seewolf“ gehören ohne Zweifel zu Jack Londons bekanntesten und beliebtesten Romanen. Abenteuer in der rauen Wildnis Nordamerikas versprechen Spannung und Abwechslung.

Als der junge Herman Melville 1846 nach seinen Seereisen sein erstes Buch Taipi veröffentlichte, wurde es scharf kritisiert. Die heuchlerische puritanische Gesellschaft konnte ihm nicht verzeihen, dass er die koloniale Politik verurteilte und die Verhältnisse im Pazifik wahrheitsgemäß darstellte, wo zahlreiche Missionare versuchten, den unschuldigen Wilden christliche Tugenden einzutrichtern. Das Buch wurde seitdem in gekürzter Form veröffentlicht, lediglich als Abenteuergeschichte zweier junger Seemänner, die vor unmenschlicher Behandlung und grausamen Bedingungen von einem Walfänger fliehen und mehrere Monate auf einer Insel zwischen Kannibalen verbringen. Diese Ausgabe basiert auf der ungekürzten Version, die in den USA erst 1964 erschien.

Benito Cereno ist ein großes und tragisches Abenteuer auf See, eine Erzählung voller Spannung und Dramatik, die die dunklen und tiefen Aspekte der Menschheit offenbart, die stets von der Oberfläche des Meeres überschattet werden. Es ist auch das Drama des unerklärlichen Mysteriums, das den Menschen mit der Natur verbindet, eine Inszenierung menschlicher Ohnmacht unter dem bleigrauen Himmel der Flaute. Es ist ein Albtraum von prodigioser Kraft, ähnlich den krassesten Tragödien Shakespeares, aber auch das Rätsel unterschiedlicher menschlicher Verhaltensweisen und Schicksale angesichts des Ausbruchs der Unterwelt in die alltägliche Realität.