Author: Herman Melville
Moby-Dick is a landmark American novel written by Herman Melville. It tells the story of Ishmael, a sailor who joins the whaling ship Pequod, captained by the obsessive and enigmatic Captain Ahab. Ahab’s sole purpose is to hunt down the great white whale, Moby Dick, who had previously maimed him. The novel explores themes of obsession, revenge, fate, and the struggle between man and nature. Rich in symbolism, philosophical musings, and detailed depictions of the whaling industry, Moby-Dick has become a classic of American literature, revered for its complexity and depth.
Summary:
Chapter 1: Loomings
The novel begins with Ishmael, the narrator, introducing himself. Ishmael explains his desire to go to sea whenever he feels depressed or restless, as he finds solace and adventure in the vastness of the ocean. He decides to join a whaling ship, and after some preparations, he boards the Pequod.
Chapter 2-4: Setting Sail
Ishmael travels to New Bedford, Massachusetts, where he meets a harpooner named Queequeg, a tattooed cannibal...
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