Moby-Dick (book)

*Moby-Dick* is a novel by Herman Melville that explores themes of obsession, nature, and human struggle. It follows Captain Ahab’s relentless, dangerous quest to hunt down a giant white whale, Moby-Dick, which previously tore his leg off. Told through the perspective of Ishmael, a sailor, the story delves into maritime life, philosophical reflections, and the unpredictable, powerful forces of nature. The novel combines adventure with deep insights into human desire, the limits of knowledge, and the complexity of good and evil, making it a profound exploration of mankind’s relationship with the natural world.