Benito Cereno
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.20 (609 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1520015267 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 477 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-10-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Delano begins to believe that Cereno is hiding something, and turns out to be right, as a climactic battle breaks out between the two crews, Benito Cereno greatest secret is uncovered.. Captain Delano agrees to help but begins to notice the strange social interactions and atmosphere of Cereno’s crew and the slaves. Captain Delano is approached on the open sea by a battered-looking ship lead by Captain Benito Cereno. Cereno, always accompanied by his personal slave Babo, explains that his crew was transporting a group of slaves from Africa when their ship was caught and damaged in severe weather. He is polite but always timid, and requests supplies for his ships remaining journey
Although he experienced some success with his first three novels, Melville quickly faded from literary fame. His other work did not gain popularity again until the early 20th century, when Moby Dick was hailed as a literary masterpiece and paved the way for the critical celebration of his other works.Pete Cross holds a BA in Theatre from the University of Toledo and an MFA in Acting from the California Institute of the Arts. About the Author Herman Melville (August 1, 1819 - September 28, 1891) was an American writer and the author of Moby Dick,
Naomi said An indictment of slavery from a viewpoint of mora ambiguity. Melville's prose is ornate and difficult to read, yet the story is gripping. An American merchant ship, the Bachelor's Delight, sailing up the west coast of South America encounters the San Dominick, a Spanish slave ship that is obviously in distress. Wanting to g. C.J.R. said Good Short Novel!. If you like Melville, but don't have time for one of his longer works (Moby Dick, etc.) this might be just the one for you! This edition of the kindle-book is okay. You know how some of them are cheap and full of typos; this one is not. Give it a try! You might li. J. V. Simson said a sad commentary on the institution of slavery. This lesser known novel of the sea by Herman Melville offers a glimpse into the slave trade as it occurred in the New World a couple of centuries ago. It is based on a true event, a rebellion on a slave ship in the waters off South America. The "hero" is a decided
Herman Melville (August 1, 1819 - September 28, 1891) was an American writer and the author of Moby Dick, Bartleby the Scrivener, and Billy Budd. Although he experienced some success with his first three novels, Melville quickly faded from literary fame. He has also acted in film, and served on faculty at Cal Arts and with Aquila Morong Studio in Hollywood. Pete has coached for film and theatrical productions, and continues to work with private clients all over t