Herman Melville
1819 - 1891
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Quotes
Biography
Herman Melville was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer, best known for his masterpiece 'Moby-Dick'. Born on August 1, 1819, in New York City, Melville had a varied life, working as a sailor, farmer, and customs inspector before achieving literary success. His works often explore themes such as the complexities of human nature, obsession, and the conflict between good and evil. Despite initial mixed reviews and modest commercial success during his lifetime, Melville is now celebrated as one of the greatest American writers.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
We cannot live for ourselves alone. Our lives are connected by a thousand invisible threads.
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It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.
3
To the last, I grapple with thee; From Hell's heart, I stab at thee; For hate's sake, I spit my last breath at thee.
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It is not down in any map; true places never are.
5
I try all things, I achieve what I can.