Hermann Melville

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American novelist, short story writer and poet (1819–1891), best known for Moby-Dick (1851).

Moby-Dick was first published in 1851. Billy Budd was published posthumously (1924). Melville's first major book, Typee, appeared in 1846.

A single DeBaser review praises Melville's Moby Dick for the contrast between Ahab's blinding pride and Ishmael's humble appreciation of small wonders. The reviewer highlights charisma, folly, and humility as central themes. The review awards the book a 5-star rating.