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Moby-Dick

or, The Whale

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The narrative follows Ishmael, a sailor on a whaling ship led by Captain Ahab, whose obsessive pursuit of revenge against a giant sperm whale drives the plot. Initially met with mixed reviews, the novel was largely forgotten until its resurgence as a quintessential American classic. Melville's exploration of obsession, revenge, and humanity's relationship with nature resonates deeply, making it essential reading for literature enthusiasts. This edition includes a new biography of the author, enhancing the reader's understanding of Melville's life and work.

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Sous-titre
or, The Whale
Langue
Anglais
Publié
2020
Format
rigide
Pages
546
ISBN13
9781528769983
Séries
Première publication
1851
Titre original
Moby Dick or the White Whale
Évaluation
3,95 sur 5
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The narrative follows Ishmael, a sailor on a whaling ship led by Captain Ahab, whose obsessive pursuit of revenge against a giant sperm whale drives the plot. Initially met with mixed reviews, the novel was largely forgotten until its resurgence as a quintessential American classic. Melville's exploration of obsession, revenge, and humanity's relationship with nature resonates deeply, making it essential reading for literature enthusiasts. This edition includes a new biography of the author, enhancing the reader's understanding of Melville's life and work.