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Cover of Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Year: 2012
Language: en
Pages: 236
ISBN-13: 9781478299042
Dewey Decimal: 813/.3
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Moby Dick by Herman Melville, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on July 24, 2012, is a classic work of fiction that spans 236 pages. This edition presents the allegorical tale of Captain Ahab, whose obsessive quest for revenge against the formidable white whale, Moby Dick, drives the narrative. The story intertwines elements of adventure and moral conflict, exploring themes of courage and obsession within the backdrop of the whaling industry.

Readers will encounter a richly woven narrative that delves into the complexities of Ahab’s character and his relentless pursuit. The book combines realistic depictions of whaling with elements of fantasy and epic storytelling, making it a significant work in the realm of sea stories. Moby Dick is recognized for its profound exploration of human nature and the struggles faced by those at sea, offering insights into the depths of obsession and the quest for meaning.


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Herman Melville’s peerless allegorical masterpiece is the epic saga of the fanatical Captain Ahab, who swears vengeance on the mammoth white whale that has crippled him. Often considered to be the Great American Novel, Moby-Dick is at once a starkly realistic story of whaling, a romance of unusual adventure, and a searing drama of heroic courage, moral conflict, and mad obsession. It is world-renowned as the greatest sea story ever told.

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Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2012.
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ISBN-13: 9781478299042.
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Language: en. Pages: 236.

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