Herman Melville 
Pierre; or The Ambiguities [EPUB ebook] 

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In ‘Pierre; or The Ambiguities, ‘ Herman Melville crafts a complex narrative that delves into the turbulent psyche of its titular character, Pierre Glendinning. This novel, set against the backdrop of early 19th-century American society, explores themes of identity, ambition, and the consequences of idealism through a rich, symbolic prose. Melville employs a fragmented narrative style, interspersed with philosophical musings and dense description, reflecting the tumultuous emotional landscape of his protagonist who grapples with familial obligation, societal expectations, and his own desires. The book stands out within the context of American Romanticism, resonating with the era’s preoccupations while also subverting traditional norms of the novel form. Herman Melville, acclaimed for his profound works, including ‘Moby-Dick, ‘ experienced personal turmoil and crises of faith that profoundly influenced his writing. ‘Pierre’ was written during a precarious time in Melville’s life, marking his shift from commercial success to literary obscurity. The novel’s challenging themes and experimental structure mirror Melville’s struggle with his own identity as a writer and individual, paralleling the existential dilemmas faced by Pierre. For readers seeking a deep, introspective exploration of the human condition, ‘Pierre; or The Ambiguities’ is highly recommended. This rich and multifaceted novel invites an engaged reading, challenging its audience to confront their own ambiguities and the complexities of moral choices in life.

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Herman Melville, born on August 1, 1819, in New York City, is a towering figure in American literature, best known for his novel ‘Moby-Dick.’ An author with a unique literary style that combines elements of Romanticism, Naturalism, and Symbolism, Melville’s work often reflects his profound engagement with the philosophical and existential dilemmas of his time. Prior to ‘Moby-Dick, ‘ Melville achieved popularity with his adventure novels about the South Seas, notably ‘Typee’ (1846) and ‘Omoo’ (1847), drawing on his own experiences at sea. However, it is the later, and more complex novel ‘Pierre; or The Ambiguities’ (1852), where Melville’s style evolved to explore the darker corners of the human psyche in a narrative marked by psychological insight and a rich, almost Gothic atmosphere. Though ‘Pierre’ was initially met with critical disdain and public indifference, resulting in a blow to Melville’s literary reputation from which he never fully recovered, contemporary scholars have re-evaluated the novel, recognizing it as an important work in his oeuvre that foreshadows modernist preoccupations with form and moral uncertainty. Melville’s tendency to question conventional morality, alongside his nuanced characters and intricate plot structures, cements his place as a critical thinker ahead of his time. His death on September 28, 1891, marked the end of a life that was as complex and enigmatic as the characters he created.

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لغة الإنجليزية ● شكل EPUB ● صفحات 390 ● ISBN 8596547344520 ● حجم الملف 0.7 MB ● الناشر DigiCat ● مدينة Prague ● بلد CZ ● نشرت 2022 ● للتحميل 24 الشهور ● دقة EUR ● هوية شخصية 8634469 ● حماية النسخ DRM الاجتماعية

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