Melville, Herman
Moby-Dick (Vintage Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099511182
- author:
- Melville, Herman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 672
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 4.32 x 20.32 centimetres
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Aboard the whaling ship Pequod, a young sailor named Ishmael sets sail on a fateful Christmas Day. He is drawn into a world of obsession and revenge as the ship's enigmatic captain pursues his nemesis, Moby Dick. This epic tale combines elements of adventure, philosophy, and symbolism in a gripping narrative that explores the human condition. The story is inspired by a harrowing true account of a whale-ship Essex, which Melville drew upon to create his own unforgettable tale. The result is a rich and complex exploration of the sea, its power, and its mysteries. This edition includes an extract from Narrative of the Most Extraordinary and Distressing Shipwreck of the Whale-ship Essex by Owen Chase, adding depth and context to the narrative.
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