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Moby Dick Or The Whale

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The narrative follows Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for Moby Dick, a formidable white whale that maimed him during a past encounter. Drawing from Herman Melville's own whaling experiences, the novel explores themes of revenge, fate, and the human condition. Recognized as a cornerstone of American romanticism, it has earned acclaim as a classic in literature, with D. H. Lawrence praising its unique qualities and significance in maritime storytelling.

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Language
English
Released
2020
Format
Paperback
Pages
764
ISBN13
9788194615781
Series
First published
1851
Original title
Moby Dick or the White Whale
Rating
3.95 out of 5
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The narrative follows Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for Moby Dick, a formidable white whale that maimed him during a past encounter. Drawing from Herman Melville's own whaling experiences, the novel explores themes of revenge, fate, and the human condition. Recognized as a cornerstone of American romanticism, it has earned acclaim as a classic in literature, with D. H. Lawrence praising its unique qualities and significance in maritime storytelling.