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Moby-Dick or, The Whale

Pages
720
Published
1851
Language
English

Synopsis

Herman Melville's enduring novel tells the story of Captain Ahab, an eerily compelling madman, as he pursues an unholy war against Moby Dick, a creature as vast and dangerous as the sea itself. More than just a tale of adventure and whaling lore, this work offers a haunting social commentary, populated with unforgettable characters. It presents a timeless inquiry into character, faith, and the nature of perception, balanced with moments of humor.

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About the author

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Herman Melville

Herman Melville was an American novelist, short story writer, essayist and poet who is often classified as part of dark romanticism. He is best known for his novel Moby Dick and novella Billy Budd, the latter of which was published posthumously. ([Source][1].) [1]:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herman_Melville

Characters

Captain AhabAntagonist
Moby DickAntagonist
ElijahSupporting
StubbSupporting
TashtegoSupporting
All characters in Moby-Dick or, The Whale

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