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Moby Dick

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Set against the backdrop of a maritime adventure, the narrative explores profound themes of obsession and evil through the character of a mad captain fixated on avenging a whale that disfigured him. Drawing from Herman Melville's own seafaring experiences, this edition offers a fresh perspective on the classic tale, enriched by critical analysis and insights into Melville's life and his literary relationship with Nathaniel Hawthorne, including an essay by Melville himself.

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Language
English
Released
2011
Pages
706
ISBN13
9781586174163
Series
First published
1851
Original title
Moby Dick or the White Whale
Rating
3.95 out of 5
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Set against the backdrop of a maritime adventure, the narrative explores profound themes of obsession and evil through the character of a mad captain fixated on avenging a whale that disfigured him. Drawing from Herman Melville's own seafaring experiences, this edition offers a fresh perspective on the classic tale, enriched by critical analysis and insights into Melville's life and his literary relationship with Nathaniel Hawthorne, including an essay by Melville himself.