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Moby-Dick

or, The Whale

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Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for the elusive white whale, Moby Dick, drives this tale of adventure and existential struggle. The narrative intertwines rich whaling lore with deep philosophical, Biblical, and Shakespearean themes, exploring man's confrontation with nature and fate. Esteemed authors like Faulkner and D. H. Lawrence have praised its complexity and depth, highlighting its status as a literary masterpiece that delves into the human condition and the mysteries of existence.

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Subtitle
or, The Whale
Language
English
Released
2018
Format
Hardcover
Pages
368
ISBN13
9781781399569
Series
First published
1851
Original title
Moby Dick or the White Whale
Rating
3.95 out of 5
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Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for the elusive white whale, Moby Dick, drives this tale of adventure and existential struggle. The narrative intertwines rich whaling lore with deep philosophical, Biblical, and Shakespearean themes, exploring man's confrontation with nature and fate. Esteemed authors like Faulkner and D. H. Lawrence have praised its complexity and depth, highlighting its status as a literary masterpiece that delves into the human condition and the mysteries of existence.