Length23h 24m
About this audiobook
Herman Melville's 'Mardi' is a captivating work of literary fiction that delves into themes of adventure, exploration, and the search for meaning. Set in the South Pacific, the novel follows the protagonist, Taji, on a journey filled with encounters with mystical beings and philosophical discussions. Melville's writing style is rich in descriptive language, vivid imagery, and complex symbolism, making 'Mardi' a challenging yet rewarding read that invites readers to ponder the deeper mysteries of life. Written in 1849, 'Mardi' reflects Melville's fascination with travel narratives and his exploration of existential questions, making it a significant work in American literary history that showcases his early experimentation with narrative form and philosophical musings. Herman Melville, known for his classic novel 'Moby-Dick,' drew upon his own experiences as a sailor and his interest in the South Pacific to write 'Mardi.' His background in the whaling industry and his encounters with different cultures during his voyages informed the vivid descriptions and cultural encounters in the novel, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. I highly recommend 'Mardi' to readers who enjoy philosophical fiction, adventure stories, and literary works that challenge conventional storytelling. Melville's exploration of human nature, spirituality, and the quest for truth makes 'Mardi' a thought-provoking and engaging read that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.5 (3.5K)
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GenreFantasy, General Fiction
Length23 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Mardi
2Preface
3Volume 1
4Chapter 1. Foot In Stirrup
5Chapter 2. A Calm
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6Chapter 3. A King For A Comrade
7Chapter 4. A Chat In The Clouds
8Chapter 5. Seats Secured And Portmanteaus Packed
9Chapter 6. Eight Bells
10Chapter 7. A Pause
11Chapter 8. They Push Off, Velis Et Remis
12Chapter 9. The Watery World Is All Before Them
13Chapter 10. They Arrange Their Canopies And Lounges, And Try To Make Things Comfortable
14Chapter 11. Jarl Afflicted With The Lockjaw
15Chapter 12. More About Being In An Open Boat
16Chapter 13. Of The Chondropterygii, And Other Uncouth Hordes Infesting The South Seas
17Chapter 14. Jarl’s Misgivings
18Chapter 15. A Stitch In Time Saves Nine
19Chapter 16. They Are Becalmed
20Chapter 17. In High Spirits, They Push On For The Terra Incognita
21Chapter 18. My Lord Shark And His Pages
22Chapter 19. Who Goes There?
23Chapter 20. Noises And Portents
24Chapter 21. Man Ho!
25Chapter 22. What Befel The Brigantine At The Pearl Shell Islands
26Chapter 23. Sailing From The Island They Pillage The Cabin
27Chapter 24. Dedicated To The College Of Physicians And Surgeons
28Chapter 25. Peril A Peace–Maker
29Chapter 26. Containing A Pennyweight Of Philosophy
30Chapter 27. In Which The Past History Op The Parki Is Concluded
31Chapter 28. Suspicions Laid, And Something About The Calmuc
32Chapter 29. What They Lighted Upon In Further Searching The Craft, And The Resolution They Came To
33Chapter 30. Hints For A Full Length Of Samoa
34Chapter 31. Rovings Alow And Aloft
35Chapter 32. Xiphius Platypterus
36Chapter 33. Otard
37Chapter 34. How They Steered On Their Way
38Chapter 35. Ah, Annatoo!
39Chapter 36. The Parki Gives Up The Ghost
40Chapter 37. Once More They Take To The Chamois
41Chapter 38. The Sea On Fire
42Chapter 39. They Fall In With Strangers
43Chapter 40. Sire And Sons
44Chapter 41. A Fray
45Chapter 42. Remorse
46Chapter 43. The Tent Entered
47Chapter 44. Away
48Chapter 45. Reminiscences
49Chapter 46. The Chamois With A Roving Commission
50Chapter 47. Yillah, Jarl, And Samoa
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