Omoo: A Narrative of Adventures in the South Seas. by Herman Melville.

Autori

• Herman Melville

Parametri

Pagine

392pagine

Tempo di lettura

14ore

• Avventura
• Classici
• Letteratura Americana
• Narrativa
• Storia

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Set against the backdrop of the South Seas, this novel follows the adventures aboard a whaling vessel, drawing from Melville's own experiences as a sailor. It explores themes of freedom and the challenges of life at sea, including recruiting native sailors, managing deserters, and facing mutiny. The narrative is rich with vibrant characters and detailed depictions of Polynesian islands, offering a unique glimpse into 19th-century maritime life and the cultural encounters of the time.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2006

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