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Cover of Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Year: 2016
Language: en
Pages: 318
ISBN-13: 9781539635796
Dewey Decimal: 813/.3
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Moby Dick by Herman Melville is a classic work of fiction published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on October 20, 2016. This edition spans 318 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Ishmael, a sailor who recounts the obsessive quest of Captain Ahab, who seeks revenge on Moby Dick, the white whale that previously destroyed his ship and caused him to lose his leg.

Readers will find a detailed exploration of Ahab’s relentless pursuit and the themes of obsession and revenge that permeate the story. The book delves into the complexities of the sea, blending elements of action and adventure with literary depth. As Ishmael’s journey unfolds, the narrative captures the essence of epic storytelling, making it a significant addition to the literary collections of those interested in sea stories and fantasy.


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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.
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ISBN-13: 9781539635796.
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
Language: en. Pages: 318.

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