Herman Melville, Mariner and Mystic by Raymond M. Weaver

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Author Weaver, Raymond M. (Raymond Melbourne), 1888-1948
LoC No. 22000267
Title Herman Melville, Mariner and Mystic
Note Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Herman Melville, Mariner and Mystic" by Raymond M. Weaver is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the life, experiences, and literary contributions of Herman Melville, an influential American author best known for his novel "Moby-Dick." The focus is on Melville's tumultuous career, reflecting on his early successes and the subsequent obscurity he faced, as well as offering insights into the personal and cultural contexts of his life, including his rich lineage and struggles with recognition. The opening of this biography sets the stage for Melville's complex character and multifaceted life experiences. It starts with a letter from Melville to his friend Nathaniel Hawthorne, hinting at his sense of melancholy and the burdens of literary fame. Weaver portrays Melville as a "gentleman adventurer" who immersed himself in the harsh realities of life at sea and the cultural richness of the Pacific, which informed his later writings. The narrative delves into themes of ambition and despair, underscoring Melville's ironic relationship with fame and the literary establishment, as well as exploring his inner conflicts and philosophical leanings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Novelists, American -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Melville, Herman, 1819-1891
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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