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A sea adventure, a study of evil, and a cast of fascinating characters, including the crazed captain who is obsessed with hunting down the whale that maimed him Moby Dick is all of this and more. Based on the author's experiences as a sailor, Herman Melville's probing look into the human heart has been read and analyzed from every angle, including the most absurd. The tragic tale is looked at afresh in this Ignatius Critical Edition, which examines the background and other writings of the author and provides his essay on a work by his literary friend Nathaniel Hawthorne.The Ignatius Critical Editions represent a traditionoriented alternative to popular textbook series such as the Norton Critical Editions or Oxford World Classics, and are designed to concentrate on traditional readings of the Classics of world literature. While many modern critical editions have succumbed to the fads of modernism and postmodernism, this series will concentrate on traditionoriented criticism of these great works. Edited by acclaimed literary biographer, Joseph Pearce, the Ignatius Critical Editions will ensure that traditional moral readings of the works are given prominence, instead of the feminist, or deconstructionist readings that often proliferate in other series of 'critical editions'. As such, they represent a genuine extension of consumerchoice, enabling educators, students and lovers of good literature to buy editions of classic literary works without having to 'buy into' the ideologies of secular fundamentalism.The series is ideal for anyone wishing to understand great works of western civilization, enabling the modern reader to enjoy these classics in the company of some of the finest literature professors alive today.Contributors to this Volume:Robert AlexanderMitchell KalpakgianJoseph PearceMary R. ReichardtStephen Zelnick
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- Q: What is the main theme of Moby Dick? A: Moby Dick explores themes of obsession, revenge, and the struggle between man and nature, as Captain Ahab's fixation on hunting the whale symbolizes deeper existential conflicts.
- Q: Who is the author of Moby Dick? A: Moby Dick is authored by Herman Melville, who drew inspiration from his own experiences as a sailor.
- Q: What is included in the Ignatius Critical Edition of Moby Dick? A: The Ignatius Critical Edition includes an introduction, background information on Melville, essays by literary scholars, and a significant essay by Melville on Nathaniel Hawthorne.
- Q: Is Moby Dick suitable for modern readers? A: Yes, the Ignatius Critical Edition is designed to help modern readers engage with classic literature through traditional moral readings, making it accessible and relevant.
- Q: How many pages does Moby Dick have? A: The Ignatius Critical Edition of Moby Dick has a total of 706 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of Moby Dick is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was Moby Dick published in this edition? A: The Ignatius Critical Edition of Moby Dick was published on February 11, 2011.
- Q: What makes the Ignatius Critical Edition different from other editions? A: The Ignatius Critical Edition focuses on tradition-oriented criticism, contrasting with modern critical editions that may emphasize contemporary interpretations.
- Q: Who are the contributors to this edition of Moby Dick? A: Contributors to the Ignatius Critical Edition include Robert Alexander, Mitchell Kalpakgian, Joseph Pearce, Mary R. Reichardt, and Stephen Zelnick.
- Q: What condition is this edition in? A: The Ignatius Critical Edition of Moby Dick is brand new.