“Were civilization itself to be estimated by some of its results, it would seem perhaps better for what we call the barbarous part of the world to remain unchanged.”
Quote by Herman Melville
Work
Typee: A Romance of the South Seas (Illustrated & Annotated Edition)
This edition of 'Typee' is a reimagining of the original work, featuring additional illustrations and annotations that provide context and insight into the story and its setting. 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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