Few tales in literary history loom larger than the epic of Ishmael, who weathers the mad Captain Ahab's ill-starred quest to slay a mighty whale.
Rediscover Melville's classic in this elegant Masterpiece Library Edition, honoring the Peter Pauper Press founders' tradition of publishing beautiful books.Hardcover keepsake volume is crafted with reinforced cloth quarter-binding for durability.Design features textured embossing, iridescent highlights, and a foil-stamped spine.Premium acid-free archival-quality paper ensures longevity.Cream-color pages with font, type size, and line spacing chosen for a comfortable reading experience.Gilded-gold edging catches the light with each turn of a page.Matching ribbon bookmark.For every collector of fine books.584 pages.Measures 6-1/2'' x 9-1/4''.