Redburn, His First Voyage by Herman Melville

by Herman Melville

Overview

REDBURN is a coming of age story of a refined young man (Wellingborough Redburn) whose first sea voyage exposes him to the harsh realities of the life of a sailor. A common theme in REDBURN and many of Melville's other works (including MOBY DICK) is the inexperienced youth facing realities for which he unprepared.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940013203648
Publisher:	Halcyon Press Ltd.
Publication date:	08/08/2011
Series:	Halcyon Classics , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	779 KB

About the Author

Herman Melville (1819-1891) was a bestselling American author, widely known for MOBY DICK. His popularity was brief during his lifetime, but a 20th century revival in Melville, along with the posthumous discovery of BILLY BUDD have ensured renewed interest in his works.

Date of Birth:

August 1, 1819

Date of Death:

September 28, 1891

Place of Birth:

New York, New York

Place of Death:

New York, New York

Education:

Attended the Albany Academy in Albany, New York, until age 15