592 results for 'Melville, Herman'

Herman Melville is a major figure in American literature, and this new critical biography by Kevin J. Hayes offers a fresh perspective on his life and work.The book explores Melville's major works,...

The Divine Magnet is a collection of letters that reveal the passion, humor, and spiritual yearning of Herman Melville's personality. Written in a lyrical and effusive style, these letters are...

This anthology presents Herman Melville's most thought-provoking texts, exploring his views on identity and sexuality. Edited by an expert who has identified these works as "Melville's most lavender...

Deep into the life of one of America's greatest writers, Jay Parini takes us. Herman Melville's story is one of adventure and turmoil, from his unhappy home in New York to his years at sea, and from...

Herman Melville's poetry has long been overshadowed by his literary reputation as a novelist. This collection brings together a comprehensive selection of his work, featuring poems from some of his...

A concise study guide for Herman Melville's Bartleby the Scrivener provides essential information for literature projects. This resource includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography,...

Up from the Depths: A Double Portrait of Two American Writers The lives and works of Herman Melville and Lewis Mumford are deeply intertwined, revealing surprising connections that remain relevant...

Introducing Moby Dick A BabyLit Storybook, a beautifully illustrated retelling of Herman Melville's story for young readers. With colorful artwork and quotes from the original text, this storybook...

This scholarly work explores the significant role of the Bible in antebellum American culture through the lens of Herman Melville's major novel. Ilana Pardes offers a nuanced analysis of how Melville...

Discover the inside story behind Herman Melville's biography and the art of literary criticism in this bold new work by Hershel Parker.Parker, a renowned scholar with a lifetime of experience working...

Published in 2017, Melville: A Novel is an innovative blend of fiction, biography, personal essay, and criticism that reimagines Herman Melville's life between his visits to London and America.The...

Wai Chee Dimock's study of Herman Melville challenges our customary view of the author as a timeless genius. Instead, she presents Melville as a historical figure caught in the politics of an...

Herman Melville's writing has long been rich with philosophical ideas, yet there is relatively little written about what makes his work philosophically significant. This collection of essays...

Herman Melville's life was marked by hardship and transformation. Born into a family that had lost its way in the fledgling American republic, he found his voice through storytelling. As a young man,...

Herman Melville's exploration of religion is a complex and multifaceted aspect of his work. This collection of essays brings together recent scholarship to examine Melville's engagement with American...

Moby Dick Inspired by the MasterpieceA haunting and introspective novel that explores the complexities of obsession and the human condition.Set against the backdrop of the open sea, this...

American Palestine: A Study of Two Infidel Texts Explores how Herman Melville's Clarel and Mark Twain's The Innocents Abroad challenged conventional assumptions about America's divine mission in the...

Ahab Unbound: Exploring Melville's Materialist Turn In this collection of essays, leading scholars reexamine Herman Melville's iconic character Captain Ahab through a materialist lens. By examining...

Moby-Dick as Philosophy is a thought-provoking exploration of Herman Melville's iconic novel through a philosophical lens. The book presents a unique commentary on Moby-Dick, chapter by chapter, and...

This beautifully illustrated hardcover retelling of Herman Melville's classic novel is perfect for young readers who love adventure and excitement. The story follows the epic quest of Captain Ahab,...

Freedom's Forge reveals the pivotal role that American business leaders played in the Allied victory in World War II. Two key figures, General Motors' William "Big Bill" Knudsen and shipbuilder Henry...

Herman Melville's masterpiece of obsession and the untamed sea is a work of imagination that has stood the test of time. This edition features the Northwestern-Newberry edition of Melville's text,...

Herman and Henry are having a great time camping in the great outdoors. Well, Herman is. Henry seems a little distracted.Join Herman and Henry, best friends forever, on a camping adventure that...

Moby-Dick is a masterpiece of American literature, a profound and imaginative tale of man's quest for the unknowable. Herman Melville's extraordinary novel transforms the world of the whaling ship...

Sam Herman: A Pioneer of Studio Glass Movement Sam Herman was at the forefront of the international Studio Glass Movement, shaping its development in the US, UK, and Australia. This book explores his...

Tango and Herman is a heartwarming picture book that helps children understand and appreciate individuals with Autism spectrum disorder. The story follows Tango, a tortoise who spends his days alone,...

Moby-Dick Or, The Whale by Herman Melville is a masterpiece of American literature, exploring the darker aspects of human nature and the unforgiving power of the sea. The novel tells the story of an...

Herman Melville's Moby Dick is a timeless epic of vengeance and obsession, set against the vast and unforgiving backdrop of the sea. Ahab's quest for the white whale is a searing parable about...

The Postcolonial Epic: A Comparative Study By Sneharika Roy, published by Taylor & Francis Group in 2019. This book explores the enduring relevance of the epic genre to the Global South, tracing its...

Hearting with Herman You are Never Alone is a heartwarming story about the incredible power of connection and friendship. When Sasha discovers that her own heartbeat makes music others can hear, she...

Herman Needs A Home by Lucy Noguera is a heartwarming story about finding a home and belonging. Herman, a lovable robot, sets out to find his place in the world, learning valuable lessons along the...

This study explores the artistic value of films by Jean-Pierre Melville in their historical context. Ginette Vincendeau examines the director's fascination with American culture and his complex...

Annie Melville's life seems to have it all: a loving husband and a chance at motherhood. However, her marriage turns into a nightmare when her husband's true colours are revealed, threatening to...

Now in its 25th annual edition, Alan Melville's Taxation is the leading text on UK taxation. This comprehensive guide features practical examples and clean prose to support students taking a...

Jean-Pierre Melville's cinematic legacy is deeply rooted in the crosscurrents of postwar European cinema. Born in 1917, Melville drew inspiration from American movies and lived through the turbulent...

Gene Lees's biography of Woody Herman is a vivid and well-informed portrait of one of jazz history's great figures.From his childhood in Milwaukee to his final days, Lees unfolds Herman's dramatic...

Running out of water in the wilderness can be a deadly risk. In fact, under normal conditions, the human body can only survive for three days without water, and this limit is even shorter in hot and...

Bartleby the Scrivener, Benito Cereno, and Billy Budd are presented in this volume, featuring the best available texts from Melville's lifetime, corrected by the author. Each text has been carefully...

Herman's Sister is a deeply personal and unflinching account of life's struggles, love, and resilience. Ramendeep Dhoot shares excerpts from her journal, offering an honest and raw look at her...

Herman the Naked Mole Rat is an adventurous tale about a curious creature who dares to explore beyond his underground world. With the help of his best friends Jessica and Nathan, Herman discovers the...

The Philosophy of Herman Dooyeweerd offers a Christian perspective on philosophy, the humanities and sciences, as well as faith integration in academic production and reflection. Dutch philosopher...

A Reader's Guide to Chomsky and Herman's Manufacturing Consent by Patrick Goggins provides an in-depth analysis of Noam Chomsky and Edward Herman's influential 1988 work, "Manufacturing Consent"...

Biography of trailblazing anthropologist Melville J. Herskovits, who challenged racist thinking and promoted cultural diversity through his research in West Africa, the West Indies, and South America...

St. Herman: A Wilderness Saint's Journey to Alaska. This biography sheds new light on the life of St. Herman, a Russian Orthodox monk who was canonized in 1970 for his just treatment of native...

Humanism and Calvinism: Andrew Melville and the Universities of Scotland, 1560-1625 by Steven J. Reid The Reformation had far-reaching consequences for civic life in early-modern Europe, with...

The Conversion of Herman the Jew: A Study of Autobiography and Subjectivity in the Twelfth Century. Jean-Claude Schmitt's latest work explores the enigmatic Opusculum, a Latin text purportedly...

Shorty's Poems offers a unique glimpse into life on the streets of Melville, Johannesburg. A young poet from the area shares her experiences and emotions through powerful verse.The poems in this...

Inside the Texas Revolution: The Enigmatic Memoir of Herman Ehrenberg is a unique and fascinating account of the Texan revolutionary army. Written by Herman Ehrenberg, this memoir was first published...

A small group of jazz music comes together in New York City, bringing together a solitary crocodile and some deer.

Uncle Abner Master of Mysteries is a collection of 22 tales by American author Melville Davisson Post. Written between 1911 and 1928, these stories feature the mystery-solving West Virginian...

First published in 1991, Lessons for Students in Architecture has become a widely respected resource for students of architecture worldwide. This new edition brings the classic book back into print...

Rebooting the Herman & Chomsky Propaganda Model in the Twenty-first Century by Brian Michael Goss offers a rigorous and accessible analysis of contemporary news media. A series of case studies...

Herman Boerhaave's educational philosophy had a profound impact on the development of chemistry in the 18th century. Historian John C. Powers explores how Boerhaave restructured and reinterpreted...

Discover the transformative power of Pilates exercises designed for the ball. Renowned instructor Ellie Herman has created a specially designed workout that combines the slimming and shaping effects...

I Know You Are, but What Am I? explores the enduring legacy of Pee-wee Herman, a cult television star who continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of humor and charm. This book delves...

The Last Wolf by Laszlo Krasznahorkai is a single, haunting sentence that unfolds like a howl in a Berlin bar. A man, hired to write the true tale of the last wolf of Extremadura, becomes trapped in...

Herman de Coninck's poetry is a masterful exploration of human experience, offering witty, tender, and trenchant insights into love, life, and the complexities of existence. This collection,...

Hardcover, 256 pages, published 2023. Harvey Lisberg's autobiography is an unflinching and humorous account of his life managing some of the most iconic bands of the 1960s. From the highs of taking...

Moby Dick is the story of Captain Ahab's relentless pursuit of a whale that took his leg. This obsessive quest is a complex exploration of how a man can become consumed by his desires, and the novel...

Moby Dick: An Ocean Primer introduces young readers to the world of the sea. With simple text and vibrant illustrations, this board book explores the language of the ocean, from ships and sailors to...

Stamps have played a significant role in shaping history. From the Charley Ross kidnapping to the founding of the YMCA, stamps were an integral part of these events. In this collection of...

American Writers in Istanbul by Kim Fortuny offers a unique perspective on one of the world's most fascinating cities. Through close critical readings of eight American writers who came to Istanbul...

These 68 spiritual poems from Hermann Hesse offer lyrical insights and wisdom for anyone seeking a more meaningful life, a reconnection with nature, and a deeper relationship with the divine...

Local Hero: The Making of a Scottish Classic The story behind Bill Forsyth's beloved film is just as fascinating as the film itself. In this in-depth look at the making of Local Hero, Jonathan...

Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror This groundbreaking work on trauma remains a seminal text in understanding trauma survivors. Psychiatrist...

Truth and Repair: How Trauma Survivors Envision Justice by Judith L. HermanThis book is a powerful exploration of justice and its relationship with trauma survivors. Herman forces us to reconsider...

The Doctrine of God in Reformed and Eastern Orthodox Traditions Dmytro Bintsarovskyi explores the shared understanding of God's nature across two distinct theological streams - Reformed and Orthodox...

The Complete Shorter Fiction by Herman Melville is a collection of his most notable short stories. Published in 1997, this volume offers a comprehensive insight into the literary career of one of...

Teach Your Dragon Patience A Story About Patience and the Power of Waiting by Steve Herman is a heartwarming tale that explores the importance of patience and waiting in everyday life. When your pet...

Billy Budd, Sailor by Herman Melville In this powerful and poignant novel, Herman Melville returns to the sea to tell the story of Billy Budd, a young sailor who is conscripted against his will. As...

Burn The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism by Herman Pontzer A pioneering evolutionary biologist sets out to debunk the myths surrounding metabolism, revealing the hidden foundations of our bodies...

The Scots Invented the Modern World: The True Story of How Western Europe's Poorest Nation Created Our World and Everything in It by Arthur Herman. Scotland's impact on the modern world is a story of...

The Confidence-Man His Masquerade by Herman Melville is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human nature through the lens of a masterful masquerade. On board a steamboat,...

Herman Melville's virtuosic short stories offer a scorching portrayal of American life, tackling issues of race, class, and capitalism with profound beauty and grim humor. This collection, featuring...

The Practice Of The Presence Of God: A Guide to a Holy LifeThis collection of conversations and letters offers insight into the spiritual practices of Brother Lawrence, a 17th-century monk from...

Moby-Dick o la BallenaA novel conceived by Herman Melville as an American response to European literature of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Moby-Dick blends romanticism and Gothic elements...

Billy Budd, Sailor and Selected Tales by Herman Melville is a thought-provoking exploration of good and evil, justice and morality. This collection of eight shorter tales, including Bartleby the...

Bartleby, el escribiente is a concise yet profound novella by Herman Melville. In this work, Melville creates a character whose life is marked by monotony and lack of purpose. His story is narrated...

The Legend of the Icelandic Yule Lads by Heidi Herman In Icelandic folklore, a unique Christmas tale about trolls has been passed down for over 1,500 years. The story of the Yule Lads is rooted in...

Israel Potter: His Fifty Years of Exile by Herman Melville This novel is based on the life of an actual soldier who claimed to have fought at Bunker Hill. Israel Potter's story is unique among...

Herman Melville's Essential Stories offer a darkly modern exploration of the surreal mundanity of office life and obscure tensions at sea. This collection includes "Bartleby, the Scrivener", "Benito...

Bartleby, The Scrivener A Story of Wall-Street by Herman Melville is a thought-provoking tale about a man who finds himself unable to continue with his work. In the spring of 1851, Melville was...

Pierre; Or, The Ambiguities Authoritative Text, Contexts, Criticism by Herman MelvilleThis Norton Critical Edition presents a comprehensive exploration of Melville's complex novel, featuring the 1852...

A Natural History of "Moby-Dick" by Richard J. King explores the natural world that Herman Melville drew upon for his novel. From white whales to giant squids, and barnacles to albatross, King...

Two of Herman Melville's most celebrated short stories are collected in this edition. "Bartleby: The Scrivener" and "Benito Cereno" were first published in magazines in the mid-19th century,...

Bartleby, the Scrivener is a thought-provoking short story by Herman Melville that explores the complexities of human nature and the constraints of societal expectations.Set in a fictional office...

Herman Melville's The Piazza Tales is a collection of short fiction that showcases his unique blend of cultural and aesthetic concerns. This new edition places these stories in the context of...

Ahab's Rolling Sea: A Natural History of "Moby-Dick" by Richard J. King is a fascinating exploration of Herman Melville's masterpiece, revealing the natural world that inspired his iconic novel. From...

Visual Intelligence: Sharpen Your Perception, Change Your LifeDiscover how to see the world more clearly and transform your daily life with this insightful book. By honing your visual intelligence,...

Omoo: A Narrative of Adventures in the South SeasA first-person account of life as a sailor during the nineteenth century, filled with colorful characters and vivid descriptions of the far-flung...

Moby-Dick An Authoritative Text, Contexts, Criticism by Herman Melville is a comprehensive edition of the classic novel. This Norton Critical Edition features Melville's original text, alongside...

The Errant Art of Moby-Dick: A Reexamination of Melville's Masterpiece William V. Spanos reexamines Herman Melville's iconic novel, uncovering its relevance to the history and implications of canon...

A story of obsession and the human condition, Moby-Dick explores the complexities of good and evil, love and solitude, through the lens of the sea. Herman Melville's masterpiece is a minutely...

The Confidence-Man His Masquerade offers a comprehensive exploration of Herman Melville's 1857 novel. This edition features the original text with slight corrections, as well as expanded explanatory...

Whale! by Kim Leilani Evans offers a fresh and unconventional approach to Moby Dick. This book explores the connections between Herman Melville's novel and Ludwig Wittgenstein's Philosophical...

Ahab's relentless pursuit of the elusive White Whale drives the narrative of this epic American novel. Herman Melville masterfully weaves together themes of obsession, the human condition, and the...

Pierre, or The Ambiguities by Herman Melville is a novel that has been met with criticism since its publication in 1852. Reviewers at the time described it as a "dead failure" and a "literary mare's...

Herman Melville's masterpiece of obsession and the untamed sea is a work of imagination that has stood the test of time. This deluxe edition features a Foreword by Nathaniel Philbrick and cover art...

The Confidence-Man His Masquerade by Herman Melville is a satirical comedy that explores the American dream through the eyes of a cunning conman. Onboard a steamboat, he assumes various guises to...

This beautifully abridged version of Moby-Dick brings together the essence of Herman Melville's epic novel in an exciting and accessible way. A tale of obsession, adventure and the elusive white...