Moby Dick Or, The Whale-Cla

Dive into the depths of classic literature with the iconic Moby Dick Or, The Whale, a B-format paperback edition published by Penguin Group USA. Renowned as the 'Great American Novel', Herman Melville's Moby-Dick captivates readers with its profound exploration of obsession and the human condition. This 720-page masterpiece begins with the famous line, 'Call me Ishmael,' drawing you into Ishmael's tumultuous journey alongside Captain Ahab as he pursues the legendary white whale, Moby-Dick.

This Penguin Classics edition features a critical introduction by literary expert Andrew Delblanco, along with essential explanatory notes by Tom Quirk, making it an invaluable resource for both scholars and casual readers alike. Moby-Dick transcends mere adventure storytelling; it emerges as a rich social commentary filled with a diverse cast of unforgettable characters aboard the whaling ship Pequod.

With its layers of meaning and philosophical inquiries into faith and perception, Moby-Dick remains a quintessential work for any literature enthusiast. This edition includes maps, illustrations, and a glossary of nautical terms, enhancing your reading experience.

Ideal for fans of American classics and those intrigued by the complexities of human nature, Moby-Dick is not just a novel, it is a deep-sea voyage into the heart of existence. Enjoy free shipping on this timeless tome, perfect for your bookshelf or as a thoughtful gift to fellow literature lovers. Note: Combined shipping with other items is not available.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780142437247
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2003
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 720


Description:
The original 'Great American Novel', Herman Melville's Moby-Dick is a masterful study of obsession. This Penguin Classics edition contains an introduction by Andrew Delblanco, with explanatory commentary by Tom Quirk.

'Call me Ishmael.'

So begins Herman Melville's masterpiece, one of the greatest works of imagination in literary history. As Ishmael is drawn into Captain Ahab's obsessive quest to slay the white whale Moby-Dick, he finds himself engaged in a metaphysical struggle between good and evil. More than just a novel of adventure, more than an paean to whaling lore and legend, Moby-Dick is a haunting social commentary, populated by some of the most enduring characters in literature; the crew of the Pequod, from stern, Quaker First Mate Starbuck, to the tattooed Polynesian harpooner Queequeg, are a vision of the world in microcosm, the pinnacle of Melville's lifelong meditation on America. Written with wonderfully redemptive humour, Moby-Dick is a profound, poetic inquiry into character, faith, and the nature of perception.

Based on the Northwestern University Press edition, this Penguin Classics edition includes a critical introduction by Andrew Delbanco, as well as valuable explanatory notes, maps, illustrations and a glossary of nautical terms.

Herman Melville is now regarded as one of America's greatest novelists. Much of the material for his novels was drawn from his own experience as a seaman aboard whaling ships. He wrote his masterpiece Moby-Dick in 1851, and died in 1891.

If you enjoyed Moby-Dick, you may like Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote, also available in Penguin Classics.

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