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This reference work covers both Herman Melville''s life and writings. It includes a biography and detailed information on his works, on the important themes contained therein, and on the significant people and places in his life. The appendices include suggestions for further reading of both literary and cultural criticism, an essay on Melville''s lasting cultural influence, and information on both the fictional ships in his works and the real-life ones on which he sailed.



Table of Contents
Acknowledgments  vi
Preface  1
Introduction  5
Herman Melville: A Biography  13
Herman Melville: The Companion  21
Appendix A: Selected Bibliography of Melville
Scholarship and Criticism  203
Appendix B: 1891 and Beyond—Herman Melville's Enduring Legacy  206
Appendix C: Melville's Ships  216
Bibliography  229
Index  233

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    Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
    Publication Date: 1/7/2021 12:07:00 AM
    ISBN13: 9781476676326, 978-1476676326
    ISBN10: 1476676321
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    Literary studies: c 1800 to c 1900

    Description

    Book Synopsis

    This reference work covers both Herman Melville''s life and writings. It includes a biography and detailed information on his works, on the important themes contained therein, and on the significant people and places in his life. The appendices include suggestions for further reading of both literary and cultural criticism, an essay on Melville''s lasting cultural influence, and information on both the fictional ships in his works and the real-life ones on which he sailed.



    Table of Contents
    Acknowledgments  vi
    Preface  1
    Introduction  5
    Herman Melville: A Biography  13
    Herman Melville: The Companion  21
    Appendix A: Selected Bibliography of Melville
    Scholarship and Criticism  203
    Appendix B: 1891 and Beyond—Herman Melville's Enduring Legacy  206
    Appendix C: Melville's Ships  216
    Bibliography  229
    Index  233

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