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Cover of Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Year: 2016
Language: en
Pages: 658
ISBN-13: 9781539448396
Dimensions:
Height: 9 Inches
Length: 6 inches
Width: 1.49 Inches
Dewey Decimal: 813/.3
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Moby Dick by Herman Melville, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on October 11, 2016, is a classic work of literature available in English, spanning 658 pages. The narrative follows Ishmael, a sailor who recounts Captain Ahab’s relentless pursuit of Moby Dick, the formidable white whale that previously wreaked havoc on Ahab’s ship, the Pequod, and caused him significant injury.

Readers will find a detailed exploration of themes such as obsession and revenge as Ahab’s quest unfolds. The story delves into the complexities of human ambition and the challenges faced at sea, set against the backdrop of whaling adventures. This edition presents Melville’s intricate prose and vivid imagery, inviting readers into a world of action and adventure within the realm of literature and fiction.


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Sailor Ishmael tells the story of the obsessive quest of Ahab, captain of the whaler the Pequod, for revenge on Moby Dick, the white whale which on the previous whaling voyage destroyed his ship and severed his leg at the knee.

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Moby Dick” by Herman Melville. Synopsis preview: Sailor Ishmael tells the story of the obsessive quest of Ahab, captain of the whaler the Pequod, for revenge on Moby Dick, the white whale which on the previous whaling voyage destroyed his ship and severed his leg at th…
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“Moby Dick” is credited to Herman Melville.
When was “Moby Dick” published?
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2016.
What is the ISBN for “Moby Dick”?
ISBN-13: 9781539448396.
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
Language: en. Pages: 658.

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