Literature

Moby-Dick

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1851 novel by Herman Melville

A novel by Herman Melville detailing Captain Ahab's obsessive quest to kill a giant white whale.

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Moby-Dick, The Book for Our Times

An analysis of why Moby-Dick remains a vital and relevant text, framing the white whale as a Rorschach test for modern readers and discussing Melville's defiance of absolute certainties.

FlaglerLive·2024-11-15

'Moby-Dick' is the Great American Novel of pursuit and destruction

This article explores the enduring legacy of Herman Melville's masterpiece, describing it as an unabashed and brilliant work that mirrors the complexities of its country of origin.

Financial Times·2026-09-12

The afterlife of Moby Dick (illustrated by Rockwell Kent)

This post examines how the Rockwell Kent-illustrated edition of Moby-Dick helped transition the novel from relative obscurity to its status as a cornerstone of the American literary canon.

History of the Book 2024·2024-12-11

Drawing The White Whale

A feature from PBS News exploring artistic interpretations and the visual legacy of Herman Melville's iconic novel.

PBS News·2026-08-17

Moby Dick Makes a Memorable Silent Film

A review of filmmaker Wu Tsang’s 2022 silent film interpretation of Moby-Dick, highlighting the impact of its accompanying musical score and the unique gallery screening experience.

San Francisco Classical Voice·2026-09-18

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