Legacy of Herman Melville's Moby-Dick
“Moby-Dick” was a written by Herman Melville and published in 1851. Nathaniel Philbrick, author of “Why Read Moby-Dick?,” discussed his love… read more
“Moby-Dick” was a written by Herman Melville and published in 1851. Nathaniel Philbrick, author of “Why Read Moby-Dick?,” discussed his love of the classic novel and its lasting legacy. The Nantucket Historical Association hosted this event, provided the video, and retains copyright of this program. close
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