num_pages: 213
description: With chapters devoted to major works, to poetry, and to short stories, examines the American writer's increasing knowledge but continuing distrust of 19th century medicine, and his use of medical themes and terminology as metaphors for personal characteristics. Begins a series. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
language: English
title: Melville's Complaint: Doctors and Medicine in the Art of Herman Melville
titlecomplete: Melville's Complaint: Doctors and Medicine in the Art of Herman Melville
ratings_count: 1
publisher: Garland