Northwestern Newberry Edition approved by scholarly editions for academic rigor and textual accuracy
Introduction by Andrew Delbanco provides historical and literary context
Notes by Tom Quirk offer in-depth analysis and interpretation
Features enduring characters and themes central to literary exploration
Includes acclaimed film adaptation for modern readers and enthusiasts
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Herman Melville’s masterpiece of obsession and the untamed sea, one of the greatest works of imagination in literary history—featuring an introduction by Andrew Delbanco and notes by Tom Quirk. This edition features the Northwestern-Newberry edition of Melville's text, approved by the Center for Scholarly Editions and the Center for Ed