“The Past is dead, and has no resurrection; but the Future is endowed with such a life, that it lives to us even in anticipation. The Past is, in many things, the foe of mankind; the Future is, in all things, our friend. In the Past is no hope; The Future is both hope and fruition. The Past is the text-book of tyrants; the Future is the Bible of the Free. Those who are solely governed by the Past stand like Lot's wife, crystallized in the act of looking backward, and forever incapable of looking before.”
Quote by Herman Melville
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Delphi Complete Works of Herman Melville (Illustrated)
The Delphi Complete Works of Herman Melville (Illustrated) is a meticulously curated compilation that brings together the complete body of work by Herman Melville. This illustrated edition includes his most famous novels such as 'Moby-Dick' and 'Typee', as well as lesser-known short stories and poems. The collection is designed to provide readers with an in-depth exploration of Melville's writing, showcasing his unique narrative style and profound themes. more
Author
Herman Melville
Herman Melville was a renowned 19th-century American novelist known for his profound psychological descriptions and unique literary style. His masterpiece, 'Moby-Dick', is considered a classic of American literature. more
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