The Complete Works of Herman Melville (eBook)

Herman Melville (Autor)

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2023
5364 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775023-9 (EAN)

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In 'The Complete Works of Herman Melville,' readers are invited into the rich and complex literary tapestry of one of America's most significant novelists and poets. This comprehensive collection showcases Melville's diverse oeuvre, from the iconic maritime adventure 'Moby-Dick' to lesser-known works like 'The Piazza Tales,' each reflecting his profound engagement with issues of identity, morality, and the human condition. Melville's distinctive literary style, marked by its dark Romanticism and modernist tendencies, invites readers to explore the depths of existential inquiry against the backdrop of the American frontier and the sea, allowing for an unprecedented fusion of adventure and introspection. Herman Melville's life was as riveting as his fiction. Born in 1819 in New York City, he sailed the seas before turning to writing, drawing inspiration from his own experiences on whaling voyages. His encounters with diverse cultures, his contemplation of nature, and personal struggles with faith and purpose found powerful expression in his literary works. The critical reception of his writing during his lifetime, often overshadowed by contemporaries like Nathaniel Hawthorne, lends depth to understanding the nuances of his artistic vision, making him a pivotal figure in American literature. For scholars and casual readers alike, 'The Complete Works of Herman Melville' is an essential exploration of 19th-century American literature. It encapsulates the breadth of Melville's genius and invites reflections on the themes of adventure, identity, and the search for truth. Whether you're delving into his celebrated narratives or discovering his poetry, this collection serves as a definitive guide to understanding the complexities of existence through Melville's eyes.

Autor

Herman Melville (1819-1891) remains an iconic figure in the canon of American literature, best known for his epic novel 'Moby-Dick; or, The Whale' (1851). Born in New York City, Melville's rich narrative style often combined his adventurous life experiences with a deep sense of allegory and symbolism. His literary career was marked by a spectrum of works ranging from seafaring tales to complex novels exploring human psyche and existentialism. Before achieving posthumous fame, Melville gained considerable attention with his early adventure novels based on his experiences at sea, such as 'Typee' (1846) and 'Omoo' (1847). However, it was 'Moby-Dick' that would later be considered his magnum opus, despite its initial lukewarm reception. Melville's interface with the dark and enigmatic avenues of life and his eloquent prose, although ahead of its time, eventually carved his place among American literary giants. His mastery is further exhibited across the spectrum of his works, including the novella 'Bartleby, the Scrivener' (1853), and 'Billy Budd, Sailor', published posthumously in 1924. The breadth and depth of his oeuvre are encapsulated in 'The Complete Works of Herman Melville', ensuring Melville's status as an author of profound psychological and philosophical depth whose work continues to inspire and challenge readers and scholars alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • 19th-Century Literature • 19th century novels • allegorical narratives • American Renaissance • American Romanticism • bartleby the scrivener • Character development • Charles Dickens • classic American fiction • classic american literature • complex human experience • Comprehensive literary collection • existential contemplations • Gabriel García Márquez • Hemingway • Herman Melville novels • Herman Melville's legacy • Into the wild • Jack London • Joseph Conrad • Joyce • Jules Verne • Literary anthologies • literary experimentation • maritime adventures • maritime adventure stories • Melville short stories • Moby-Dick • morality and fate • nautical fiction classics • Ocean Adventures • philosophical allegory • philosophical fiction • Social commentary • Social Critique • Symbolic storytelling • The North Water • Typee and Omoo • Walt Whitman