Moby-Dick
Author: Herman Melville
Journey to the heart of the sea with this larger-than-life classic.,,Regarded as a Great American Novel, “Moby Dick” is the ultimate tale of seeking vengeance.,,Narrated by the crew member Ishmael, this epic whaling adventure follows the crew of the “Pequod,” as its captain, Ahab, descends deeper and deeper into madness on his quest to find and kill the white whale that maimed….Read More
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