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Melville's Short Novels
Melville's Short Novels
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Each text has been carefully edited and annotated for student readers.
As his writing reflects, Melville was extraordinarily well read. "Contexts" collects important sources for each novel, including writings by Ralph Waldo Emerson, Amasa Delano, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.
"Criticism" includes twenty-eight essays about the novels sure to promote classroom discussion. Contributors include Leo Marx, Elizabeth Hardwick, Frederick Busch, Robert Lowell, Herschel Parker, Carolyn L. Karcher, Thomas Mann, and Hannah Arendt.
A Selected Bibliography is included.
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Classic Melville sea tales offer deep literary insights.
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Who is this book for?
If you're interested in classic American literature, Melville's Short Novels are a treasure. These stories are richly layered and showcase Melville's mastery of language and theme, making them perfect for readers who enjoy exploring complex characters and moral dilemmas. The annotations and critical essays included can provide valuable context whether you're studying or just soaking in Melville's timeless narratives.