Moby-Dick

or, The Whale

Autori

• Herman Melville

Parametri

Pagine

546pagine

Tempo di lettura

20ore

• Avventura
• Classici
• Letteratura Americana
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica

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The narrative follows Ishmael, a sailor on a whaling ship led by Captain Ahab, whose obsessive pursuit of revenge against a giant sperm whale drives the plot. Initially met with mixed reviews, the novel was largely forgotten until its resurgence as a quintessential American classic. Melville's exploration of obsession, revenge, and humanity's relationship with nature resonates deeply, making it essential reading for literature enthusiasts. This edition includes a new biography of the author, enhancing the reader's understanding of Melville's life and work.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

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