Herman Melville: A Biography - Paperback
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Herman Melville: A Biography - Paperback
$89.91
by Leon Howard (Author)
Herman Melville: A Biography offers an in-depth exploration of the life and literary genius of the author behind Moby-Dick. Rooted in extensive research and collaboration, this biography provides a nuanced narrative of Melville's life, contextualizing his experiences within the broader intellectual, cultural, and historical landscapes of 19th-century America. The book draws heavily on Jay Leyda's groundbreaking Melville Log, combining the rigor of archival discoveries with a narrative that seeks to humanize the author. By emphasizing the relationship between Melville's life events and his literary creations, the biography aims to restore the humanity often obscured in discussions of his works, revealing the motivations, influences, and processes that shaped his remarkable oeuvre.
This biography distinguishes itself by not only recounting Melville's life but also treating his books as pivotal events within it. It examines how his personal experiences, literary inspirations, and creative struggles coalesced into the masterpieces that have stood the test of time. With a meticulous approach to documentation and inference, the book uncovers new insights into Melville's life, from his travels and financial struggles to the inspirations behind his autobiographical works. Rich in collaboration and drawing on the expertise of leading Melville scholars, this biography serves as an invaluable resource for understanding one of America's most enduring literary figures, bridging the gap between Melville's humanity and his towering literary legacy. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1967.
Number of Pages: 368
Dimensions: 0.77 x 8 x 5.25 IN
Publication Date: August 19, 2022
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