Melville, Herman

Moby Dick (Modern Library Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780679783275
author:
Melville, Herman
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Random House Inc
language:
English
Publication Year:
2000
Pages:
896
Genre:
Classic fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£15.16

Description

Moby-Dick or, The Whale by Herman Melville is widely regarded as one of America's greatest novels. First published in 1851, this masterpiece tells the story of Captain Ahab and his obsessive pursuit of the white whale, filtered through the consciousness of narrator Ishmael. The novel draws us into a universe of fascinating characters and stories, exploring themes of mythic grandeur, poetic majesty, and symbolic power. With its rich narrative, Moby-Dick raises existential questions that continue to excite debate and contemplation today. Through its exploration of the natural world and human nature, this epic tale has become a peerless adventure story that remains a powerful and thought-provoking read.

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