Moby Dick; or, The Whale

The book is in good condition with a sturdy hardbound cover. There is no dust jacket. The spine is intact with no loose pages. There are no inscriptions, signatures, or library markings, ensuring a clean and collectible copy.

Moby Dick; or, The Whale, authored by Herman Melville, is presented in this 1952 edition published by Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. in Chicago. This volume is part of the esteemed "Great Books of the Western World" series, which is curated with the editorial advice of the University of Chicago. This edition does not feature a dust jacket, but its hardbound cover is well-preserved, showcasing the classic text in a durable format. Melville's work, a cornerstone of classic literature, explores themes of obsession and revenge through the narrative of Captain Ahab's pursuit of the great white whale. This edition is not a first edition, but it holds value for collectors interested in the Great Books series. The book is in good condition with no inscriptions or library markings, making it a clean copy for personal collections or academic libraries.