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Number of Pages
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Language
English
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This is a landmark classic of American fiction, a maritime epic that blends adventure with philosophical inquiry. It follows a sailor and a captain as they pursue a legendary white quarry, a pursuit that becomes a deep meditation on obsession, morality, and the nature of perception. Written for adult readers, students of literature, and anyone drawn to ambitious, thought-provoking narratives, the tone is gripping and contemplative—part suspense, part serious reflection.
The reading experience is story-led and immersive, set on a whaling ship that becomes a microcosm of society. Dense prose and vivid sea imagery invite readers to unpack symbolism and ethical questions alongside the journey. The edition includes a thoughtful introduction by a renowned scholar, explanatory notes, maps, illustrations, and a nautical glossary, designed to make the reading experience accessible and enriching for readers new to the work as well as seasoned fans of classic literature.
Readers finish with a broadened sense of wonder and a deeper understanding of ambition, perception, and faith. The experience lingers, inviting reflection on how stories shape our view of the world and ourselves.
Product Details
Author
Herman Melville
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
200
Language
English
SKU
9780142437247
ISBN
9780142437247
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.9x3x19.5cm
Binding
Hardback
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The Writing Career Of Herman Melville (1819 - 1891) Peaked Early, With His Early Novels, Such As Typee Becoming Best Sellers. By The Mid-1850S His Poularity Declined Sharply, And By The Time He Died He Had Been Largely Forgotten. Yet In Time His Novel Moby Dick Came To Be Regarded As One Of The Finest Works Of American, And Indeed World, Literature, As Was Billy Budd, Which Was Not Published Until Long After His Death, In 1924.