Herman Melville

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Omoo Adventures In The South Seas Part II

Beschreibung

""Omoo: A Narrative of Adventures in the South Seas"" by Herman Melville, in its part II, continues the journey of the protagonist through the vibrant and complex world of the South Seas islands, particularly focusing on Tahiti. The narrative unfolds with themes of adventure and exploration as the protagonist navigates through the challenges of mutiny and subsequent imprisonment aboard ship. His daring escape leads to deeper immersion in native culture, where encounters with indigenous peoples offer insights into their customs and ways of life. The protagonist's journey is marked by encounters with various characters and the continuous struggle for freedom amidst the constraints of seafaring life and the harsh realities of survival in a foreign land. Throughout the narrative, Melville vividly portrays the lush nature of the islands, contrasting it with the complexities of trade and economic exchanges. Friendship emerges as a crucial theme, with bonds formed and tested amidst the ongoing challenges of the voyage. ""Omoo"" in its entirety captures the essence of 19th-century maritime adventures, blending elements of romance, conflict, and cultural exploration against the backdrop of the South Seas. Melville's narrative prowess shines through as he delves into the depths of human experience and the allure of the unknown in a captivating tale of discovery and survival.

Autor

Herman Melville was an American Renaissance novelist, poet, and short story writer who lived from August 1, 1819, to September 28, 1891. His most well-known pieces are Typee (1846), a romanticized narrative of his experiences in Polynesia; Moby-Dick (1851); and Billy Budd, Sailor, a novella that was released after his death. Although Melville was no longer well-known to the general public at the time of his death, a Melville renaissance began in 1919, the year of his birth. In the end, Moby-Dick was regarded as one of the best American novels. The third child of a wealthy merchant who died in 1832, leaving the family in terrible financial shape, Melville was born in New York City. He sailed as a common sailor in 1839, first as a whaler Acushnet and subsequently as a merchant ship. However, he abandoned ship in the Marquesas Islands. His first work, Typee, and its follow-up, Omoo (1847), were travelogues inspired by his interactions with the island peoples. He was able to marry Elizabeth Shaw, the daughter of Boston lawyer Lemuel Shaw, because to their prosperity. His debut novel not drawn from personal experience, Mardi (1849), was not well received.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books LLP
• Seitenzahl: 152
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 184g
• ISBN-13: 9789364288569
• ISBN-10: 9364288564
• Artikelnr.: 71664063