Herman Melville's "Moby Dick" by D.H. Lawrence
Moby Dick by Herman Melville: A literary masterpiece that explores the themes of obsession, revenge, and the human condition. The novel follows the journey of the protagonist, Ishmael, who signs up for a whaling expedition led by the vengeful Captain Ahab, who is determined to hunt down and kill the white sperm whale, Moby Dick, who had destroyed his ship and leg in a previous encounter. Throughout the novel, Melville explores the complexities of human nature, the futility of revenge, and the unattainability of perfection. The characters are richly developed, and their motivations and actions drive the plot forward. The writing is poetic and evocative, with vivid descriptions of the sea and its creatures. The novel has had a significant impact on literature and culture, influencing countless writers and artists. It remains a timeless classic, continuing to captivate readers with its haunting themes and masterful storytelling.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1925 · Genre: Literary Criticism, Non-Fiction · 7,282 words
First lines
_MOBY DICK, or White Whale._ A hunt. The last great hunt. For what?
For Moby Dick, the huge white sperm whale: who is old, hoary, monstrous, and swims alone; who is unspeakably terrible in his wrath, having so often been attacked; and snow-white.
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Genres
- Literary Criticism — This is a piece of literary criticism by D.H. Lawrence on Herman Melville's 'Moby Dick'.
- Non-Fiction — The work is a critique and interpretation of Herman Melville's 'Moby Dick', which is a non-fiction genre.
Tags
whaling · obsession · revenge · nature · fate · identity · isolation · adventure · philosophy · the sea · human condition · symbolism
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1925 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Criticism, Non-Fiction
- Length: 7,282 words
- Structure: 1 section, 133 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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