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Cover of Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Year: 2017
Language: en
Pages: 442
ISBN-13: 9781981826582
Dewey Decimal: 813/.3
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Moby Dick by Herman Melville, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on December 25, 2017, is a classic work of fiction that spans 442 pages. The narrative follows Ishmael, an itinerant sailor who embarks on a voyage aboard the whaling ship Pequod, captained by Ahab. Ahab is driven by a singular obsession to seek revenge on Moby-Dick, the formidable whale that previously destroyed his ship and severed his leg. Throughout the journey, Ishmael grapples with profound questions about existence and the nature of life.

Readers will encounter a richly woven tale that employs complex, lyrical language and incorporates various theatrical elements, including stage direction and soliloquy. The story delves into themes of adventure and the human condition, set against the backdrop of the sea. Moby Dick is recognized as a significant work within the realms of action and adventure, fantasy, and literary classics, making it a notable exploration of American Romanticism.


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The itinerant sailor Ishmael begins a voyage on the whaling ship Pequod whose captain, Ahab, wishes to exact revenge upon the whale Moby-Dick, who destroyed his last ship and took his leg. As they search for the savage white whale, Ishmael questions all aspects of life. The story is woven in complex, lyrical language and uses many theatrical forms, such as stage direction and soliloquy. It is considered the exemplar of American Romanticism, and one of the greatest American novels of all time.

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Moby Dick” by Herman Melville. Synopsis preview: The itinerant sailor Ishmael begins a voyage on the whaling ship Pequod whose captain, Ahab, wishes to exact revenge upon the whale Moby-Dick, who destroyed his last ship and took his leg. As they search for the savage w…
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“Moby Dick” is credited to Herman Melville.
When was “Moby Dick” published?
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2017.
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ISBN-13: 9781981826582.
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
Language: en. Pages: 442.

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