Moby Dick: A Quick Read edition
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This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each chapter.
- Reading time of the complete text: about 20 hours
- Reading time of the summarized text: about 2 hours
"Moby-Dick" is a novel written by Herman Melville. It tells the story of Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for revenge against the giant white sperm whale, Moby Dick, who had bitten off his leg. The book was initially published to mixed reviews and was a commercial failure. However, it gained recognition as a Great American Novel in the 20th century. The novel is known for its lyrical writing style and its exploration of themes such as the nature of evil and the human desire for understanding. It draws inspiration from real-life events, such as the sinking of the whaleship Essex. The book incorporates various genres, including adventure, philosophy, and whaling lore. Melville's work was influenced by other writers, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson. Despite its initial reception, "Moby-Dick" has since been celebrated for its originality and literary value.
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This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each chapter.
- Reading time of the complete text: about 20 hours
- Reading time of the summarized text: about 2 hours
"Moby-Dick" is a novel written by Herman Melville. It tells the story of Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for revenge against the giant white sperm whale, Moby Dick, who had bitten off his leg. The book was initially published to mixed reviews and was a commercial failure. However, it gained recognition as a Great American Novel in the 20th century. The novel is known for its lyrical writing style and its exploration of themes such as the nature of evil and the human desire for understanding. It draws inspiration from real-life events, such as the sinking of the whaleship Essex. The book incorporates various genres, including adventure, philosophy, and whaling lore. Melville's work was influenced by other writers, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson. Despite its initial reception, "Moby-Dick" has since been celebrated for its originality and literary value.
Herman Melville
Herman Melville (1819–1891) est un écrivain américain, célèbre pour ses romans inspirés de ses années passées comme marin et baleinier. *Moby Dick*, publié en 1851, est aujourd’hui considéré comme l’un des plus grands romans de la littérature mondiale, bien qu’il ait d’abord été mal accueilli par la critique. Son œuvre, marquée par une profondeur métaphysique et un style riche, explore les thèmes de l’aventure, de la condition humaine et de la lutte contre les forces du destin. Melville a aussi écrit *Typee*, *Omoo* et *Bartleby le scribe*, mais *Moby Dick* reste son chef-d’œuvre absolu.
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