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Cover of Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Year: 2013
Language: en
Pages: 640
ISBN-13: 9780007925568
Dimensions:
Height: 7.16534 Inches
Length: 4.52755 Inches
Weight: 0.7495716908 Pounds
Width: 1.53543 Inches
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Moby Dick by Herman Melville, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on May 9, 2013, is a classic work of literature that spans 640 pages. This edition presents Captain Ahab’s relentless pursuit of the elusive white whale, exploring themes of vengeance and obsession within a richly woven narrative. The story delves into the complexities of human existence against the backdrop of the sea, offering readers a profound exploration of moral ambiguity.

In this edition, readers will encounter a tale inspired by true events, marked by its psychological depth and epic scope. Moby Dick stands out as a significant entry in the realms of fiction, action and adventure, and sea stories. The narrative invites reflection on humanity’s place in the universe, making it a noteworthy addition to any literary collection.


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HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics.

‘Towards thee I roll, thou all-destroying but unconquering whale; to the last I grapple with thee; from hell’s heart I stab at thee; for hate’s sake I spit my last breath at thee…’

Few literary masterpieces cast quite as awesome a shadow as Herman Melville’s Moby Dick. Captain Ahab’s quest for the white whale is a timeless epic – a thrilling tale of vengeance and obsession, and a searing parable about humanity lost in a universe of moral ambiguity.

Inspired by true events, Moby Dick is a work of astonishing psychological depth. It is perhaps the greatest sea story ever told and one of the great classics of literature.

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Moby Dick” by Herman Melville. Synopsis preview: HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. ‘Towards thee I roll, thou all-destroying but unconquering whale; to the last I grapple with thee; from hell’s heart I stab at the…
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“Moby Dick” is credited to Herman Melville.
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Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited. Year: 2013.
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ISBN-13: 9780007925568.
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Language: en. Pages: 640.

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