BILLY BUD IS SELECTED AS THE SAILOR FOR THE WARSHIP 'INDOMITABLE'. THE COMMANDING FORCES OF THE SHIP ARE WARY AND WORRIED AS THE SAILORS ALL OVER THE WARSHIPS HAVE GONE BERSERK. REVOLT IS THE ONLY WORD THAT THEY SEEM TO UNDERSTAND. NATURALLY, TO MAINTAIN DISCIPLINE, THE OFFICERS HAVE TO TAKE HARSH ACTIONS. JOHN KLAGART IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE 'FLAG' DEPARTMENT. VAGABOND BY NATURE, HE HAS A KEEN EYE ON THE FELLOW SAILORS. IT IS HIS DOUBT THAT BILLY BUD, A NOTORIOUS SAILOR IS TRYING TO PROVOKE OTHE
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.