Der Roman Moby Dick erschien 1851 zeitgleich in London und New York. Herman Melville erzählt darin von der schicksalhaften Fahrt des Walfangschiffes Pequod und dessen Jagd auf den weißen Pottwal Moby Dick. Der Kapitän des Schiffes hat durch den Wal ein Bein verloren. Daher jagt Kapitän Ahab das Tier erbarmungslos.
Herman Melville
Herman Melville (1819-1891) was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer best known for his novel "Moby-Dick," a complex and symbolic work that explores themes of obsession, fate, and the struggle between good and evil. Melville's writing style is characterized by its rich symbolism, philosophical depth, and exploration of existential themes. His other notable works include "Typee," "Billy Budd," and "Bartleby, the Scrivener." Melville's contributions to literature have had a lasting impact on the development of American literature, particularly in the genre of the novel.
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