Moby-Dick

Cover of Moby-Dick by Herman Melville
Year: 2025
Language: en
Edition: 2
Pages: 592
ISBN-13: 9781667209753
Dimensions:
Height: 7.75 inches
Length: 5.25 inches
Weight: 1.58071441854 pounds
Width: 1.65 inches
Dewey Decimal: 813.3
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Moby-Dick by Herman Melville is a classic seafaring adventure published by Canterbury Classics on February 18, 2025. This edition spans 592 pages and is presented in English, featuring a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping and colorful sprayed edges. The novel begins with the iconic line, “Call me Ishmael,” introducing readers to Ishmael, a seaman aboard the whaling vessel Pequod, captained by the vengeful Ahab. Ahab’s relentless pursuit of the great white sperm whale, Moby-Dick, sets the stage for a gripping narrative steeped in themes of obsession and revenge.

Readers will find a richly woven tale that explores the complexities of human ambition and the perils of the sea. As Ahab leads his crew on a perilous quest to confront the infamous whale, the story delves into the dynamics of life aboard a whaling ship and the challenges faced by those who venture into the unknown. This edition not only preserves Melville’s literary legacy but also enhances the reading experience with its stylish design, making it a notable addition for enthusiasts of literature, classics, and sea adventures.


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Herman Melville’s classic seafaring adventure has been a favorite of readers for generations.

“Call me Ishmael” is the iconic opening line of Herman Melville’s classic American novel Moby-Dick. Ishmael is a seaman aboard the whaling vessel Pequod, under the vengeful captain Ahab. Maniacally seeking retribution from the great white sperm whale called Moby-Dick—the whale responsible for the captain’s missing leg—Ahab leads the crew on a quest to kill the infamous beast. A fictional work based on actual events, Moby-Dick is a classic that has been enjoyed for generations, and this edition featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping makes it a stylish addition to your bookshelf.

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Publisher: Canterbury Classics. Year: 2025.
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ISBN-13: 9781667209753.
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Language: en. Pages: 592. Edition: 2.

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