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Moby Dick

Annotated Edition (Alma Classics Evergreens)
By Herman Melville
Series: Evergreens
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Moby Dick by Herman Melville is a gripping tale of the obsessive quest of Captain Ahab, who is determined to hunt down the elusive white whale that cost him his leg. Narrated by the sailor Ishmael, the story explores themes of revenge, humanity, and nature as the crew of the Pequod faces the formidable challenges at sea. Set against the vast and unforgiving ocean, it is a rich portrayal of the human spirit and the monstrous forces it encounters.
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This novel may appeal to you if you're fascinated by epic sea tales filled with adventure, complex characters, and profound philosophical themes. It's a classic journey of obsession and revenge, offering a richly detailed exploration of humanity's relationship with nature and the unknown. If you enjoy narratives that blend action with deep existential questions, this book is a captivating choice.

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Moby Dick

Part of Alma Classics Evergreens series of popular classics, this edition is thoroughly edited and extensively annotated, features an insightful foreword by Jay Parini and includes pictures and a comprehensive section on Melville's life and works.

A very popular classic to be added to the Alma Evergreens series. Unlike other editions, it contains a number of annotations and a foreword by Jay Parini.

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When the young Ishmael joins Captain Ahab’s whaling ship, he unsuspectingly embarks on a mission driven by Ahab's obsessive desire for revenge against Moby Dick, a white whale that has already claimed countless human victims and destroyed many fleets.

With some sinister crew members among them and the hazardous conditions of the sea to contend with, the expedition becomes increasingly dangerous as they get closer to their quarry.

One of the great American novels, if not the greatest, Moby Dick epically combines rip-roaring adventure with a meticulously realistic portrayal of the whaling trade and a profound philosophical disquisition on the nature of good and evil.

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Moby Dick is often praised for its originality and gripping narrative. Critics like William Somerset Maugham and D.H. Lawrence have highlighted its strangeness and unique charm, considering it one of the most remarkable books in world literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847496447

Publisher: Alma Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 August 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Alma Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 672

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Fiction General Fiction Herman Melville Literary Fiction Series: Evergreens

About the Author

Now considered one of America’s greatest and most influential authors, Herman Melville (1819–1891) wrote novels, travel books and novellas inspired by his experiences in the merchant navy – with Moby Dick and Billy Budd generally regarded as his masterpieces.

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