Herman Melville
Herman Melville was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet born on August 1, 1819, in New York City. He is best known for his masterpiece, "Moby-Dick," a profound exploration of obsession and the human condition set against the backdrop of the whaling industry. Melville's early life was steeped in adventure, with experiences at sea that would later inform his writing. His works often delve into complex themes of identity, nature, and morality, reflecting the tumultuous spirit of 19th-century America.
Mardi Vol. 2
Mardi is Melville's first purely fictional work. In it he contemplates man's beliefs, and questions whether or not one faith has value over …
I and My Chimney
Herman Melville (1819–1891) is best known for his epic novel Moby Dick (1851), as well as the short story “Bartleby the Scrivener” (1853) an…
Clarel
An epic poem, the eponymous pilgrim's journey to the Holy Land. - Summary by Matthew Muñoz
Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War
"Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War" is the first book of poems by the American author Herman Melville. Published in 1866, the v…
Moby Dick (Favorite Story, NBC, 1947)
Experience the classic tale of obsession and revenge in this 1947 radio adaptation of Herman Melville's "Moby Dick." Broadcast on …
Moby Dick (CBC, 1949)
This is a 1949 radio adaptation of Herman Melville's classic novel, Moby Dick, produced by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. The adapta…
Pierre, or The Ambiguities
The life of a young heir, Pierre is altered when he meets a mysterious woman who claims to be his sister.
Moby Dick (American Novels, NBC, 1947)
The first episode in the NBC radio series American Novels, broadcast on July 4, 1947.
The 50 Greatest Old Time Radio Shows 1946-10-19 Moby Dick, Part 1 of 2
Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick follows Ishmael, a sailor who joins the crew of the whaling ship Pequod. The voyage is commanded by Captain Ahab…
The World's Greatest Novels 1947-01-24 Moby Dick, Part 4 of 4
Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick follows Ishmael as he joins the crew of the whaling ship Pequod, commanded by the driven Captain Ahab. Ahab’s pu…
Mercury Summer Theater 1946-08-30 Herman Melville's Moby Dick
Mercury Summer Theater presents radio adaptations of literary works and dramatic stories. This broadcast features Herman Melville's Moby-Dic…
The World's Greatest Novels 1947-01-17 Moby Dick, Part 3 of 4
Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick follows Ishmael, a sailor who joins the crew of the whaling ship Pequod. Its voyage is shaped by Captain Ahab’s …
The World's Greatest Novels 1947-01-03 Moby Dick, Part 1 of 4
Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick follows Ishmael, a sailor who joins the crew of the whaling ship Pequod. Its voyage is shaped by Captain Ahab’s …
The World's Greatest Novels 1947-01-31 Moby Dick, Part 4 of 4
Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick follows Ishmael as he joins the crew of the whaling ship Pequod, commanded by the formidable Captain Ahab. Ahab’…