Publisher's Synopsis
John Marr and Other Poems is a collection of poems written by the renowned American author Herman Melville. The book was published in 1888, two years after Melville's death. The collection includes 25 poems, many of which were previously unpublished during Melville's lifetime.The title poem, John Marr, is a narrative poem that tells the story of a sailor who is lost at sea. Other poems in the collection touch on themes such as nature, love, death, and the human condition. Melville's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid imagery and his ability to convey complex emotions through his words.Overall, John Marr and Other Poems is a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's greatest literary figures. The collection showcases Melville's mastery of language and his ability to capture the essence of the human experience in verse. It is a must-read for fans of Melville's work and for anyone who appreciates the beauty and power of poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.