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"Israel Potter" is Herman Melville's only historical novel, blending biography and fiction. It follows the life of a soldier from Revolutionary War hero to street peddler in London. The narrative features historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and John Paul Jones, capturing the chaotic spirit of the American Revolution. This edition includes selections from Potter's autobiography.
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Israel Potter, Herman Melville
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- Title
- Israel Potter
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Herman Melville
- Publisher
- Penguin Books UK
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9780143105237
- Category
- History, Historical prose
- Description
- "Israel Potter" is Herman Melville's only historical novel, blending biography and fiction. It follows the life of a soldier from Revolutionary War hero to street peddler in London. The narrative features historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and John Paul Jones, capturing the chaotic spirit of the American Revolution. This edition includes selections from Potter's autobiography.