Herman Melville, Moby Dick, chap Quotes

A collection of quotes by Herman Melville, Moby Dick, chap.

Herman Melville (1819-1891) was an American author best known for his novel Moby Dick. Born in New York City, Melville embarked on a seafaring career at a young age, which greatly influenced his writing. Moby Dick, published in 1851, is a literary masterpiece that explores themes of obsession, revenge, and the human struggle against nature. Despite initial mixed reviews, Melville's work gained recognition posthumously and is now considered one of the greatest American novels. Melville's other notable works include Typee, Omoo, and Billy Budd.