Herman Melville

About The Author

Born in Manhattan in 1819, Herman Melville went to sea when he was twenty years old. His adventures around the globe inspired his classic novel Moby Dick, among many others. Returning from his adventures in 1847, he settled into a stable family life from in Massachusetts and then in New York. He died at age seventy-two, completely forgotten, but his work was rediscovered in the 1920s. His complex and ambitious work is now studied and translated throughout the world.

Author Alerts

Get updates about Herman Melville and recommended reads from Simon & Schuster.
Plus, get a FREE ebook when you sign up!

By clicking 'Sign me up' I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge the Privacy Policy and Notice of Financial Incentive. Free ebook offer available to NEW US subscribers only. Offer redeemable at Simon & Schuster's ebook fulfillment partner. Must redeem within 90 days. See full terms and conditions and this month's choices.

Books by Herman Melville

Moby Dick

The Illustrated Novel

By Herman Melville

Illustrated by Anton Lomaev

Perhaps the greatest of all American novels, Moby Dick is newly presented with sixty inspiring full-page illustrations that bring fresh life and emotional depth to this classic of literature.

Learn More

LIST PRICE $29.95

PRICE MAY VARY BY RETAILER

Get 20% off with code JUNE20 plus free shipping on orders of $40 or more. Discount on physical products only. Terms apply.

Buy from Other Retailers