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Herman Melville

Herman Melville (1819–1891) was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet. His early sea-faring novels were popular, but Moby-Dick was a commercial failure during his lifetime, leading him to fade into obscurity and financial ruin. This author hub collects 2 works in the Canon Compass ranking, led by Moby-Dick.

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Start with Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, ranked #7 in the Canon Compass list.

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#7
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Moby-Dick

by Herman Melville

4.3 out of 5 stars(15K)

Herman Melville's Moby-Dick: Captain Ahab and Ishmael hunt the white whale aboard the Pequod. American literature classic - summary, themes, and where to buy.

Epics
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#445
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Bartleby the Scrivener

by Herman Melville

4.2 out of 5 stars(2.1K)

Melville's Bartleby the Scrivener is a haunting tale of passive resistance and existential refusal on Wall Street.

American Spirit
Philosophy & Faith
$6.99AmazonRead more

Complete Herman Melville Index

  1. #7Moby-Dick
  2. #445Bartleby the Scrivener