Publisher's Synopsis
Mardi And A Voyage Thither is a novel written by Herman Melville, first published in 1849. The story follows the journey of a young American sailor named Taji, who sets out on a voyage to the South Pacific with his friend, the Polynesian sailor Jarl. Along the way, they encounter a diverse cast of characters, including a group of islanders who worship a mysterious god and a group of exiled Europeans who have created their own utopian society.As Taji and Jarl navigate the waters of the South Pacific, they begin to question the nature of reality and the meaning of life. They encounter a series of challenges and adventures that test their courage and their beliefs, and they must confront the darker aspects of human nature as they search for the truth.Mardi And A Voyage Thither is a complex and philosophical work that explores themes of identity, morality, and the search for meaning in life. It is considered one of Melville's most ambitious and innovative works, and it has been praised for its poetic language, vivid imagery, and profound insights into the human condition.Strange to relate, it was not till my Viking, with a rueful face, reminded me of the fact, that I bethought me of a circumstance somewhat alarming at the first blush. We must push off without chart or quadrant; though, as will shortly be seen, a compass was by no means out of the question. The chart, to be sure, I did not so much lay to heart; but a quadrant was more than desirable. Still, it was by no means indispensable.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.
