Melville's folk roots
By: Kevin J. Hayes.
Publisher: Kent State University Press
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Kent, Ohio
Language: eng
Number of pages: 134
Subjects: Melville, Herman, 1819-1891 -- Knowledge -- Folklore.; Literature and folklore -- United States -- History -- 19th century.; Oral tradition -- United States.; Folklore in literature.
Description: Melville's Folk Roots brings to the forefront the depth of Melville's immersion with and borrowing from oral traditions, both musical and narrative; tall-tale humor; nautical folklore; superstition; and legend. Though intended as a survey of Melville's use of folklore, this book also is important as a general introduction to his work. Unencumbered by critical jargon and narrated in an engaging manner, this book will appeal to general readers as well as seasoned scholars of Melville.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 107-126) and index.