MOBY DICK; or, The Whale

Released: September 2, 2026
Length: 24 hrs 19 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: First Edition Classics

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This unabridged, digital adaptation presents Herman Melville's classic 1851 novel, "Moby-Dick," offering readers a faithful and detailed account of the epic voyage of the whaling ship Pequod, narrated by sailor Ishmael. Known for its literary complexity and ambiguity, the story explores themes of obsession, revenge, and the human condition, all drawn from the original American edition. Designed for a modern audience, this edition maintains the authenticity of the original text, including intentional errors, and features chapter beginnings on new pages for easier electronic reading.

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