White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

Herman Melville

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White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War by Herman Melville is a semi-autobiographical novel that explores life aboard a U.S. Navy frigate during the 19th century. The story follows a sailor known as White Jacket, who narrates his experiences and observations of ship life, from the harsh discipline to the camaraderie among the crew. Melville vividly depicts the physical and moral challenges faced by sailors, critiquing naval practices such as flogging and the oppressive hierarchy aboard the ship. Through White Jacket's journey, the novel reflects broader themes of individuality, freedom, and the struggles against authority, offering insights into the human condition within the confines of military life. Summary by Dream Audiobooks

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White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War by Herman Melville is a semi-autobiographical novel that explores life aboard a U.S. Navy frigate during the 19th century. The story follows a sailor known as White Jacket, who narrates his experiences and observations of ship life, from the harsh discipline to the camaraderie among the crew. Melville vividly depicts the physical and moral challenges faced by sailors, critiquing naval practices such as flogging and the oppressive hierarchy aboard the ship. Through White Jacket's journey, the novel reflects broader themes of individuality, freedom, and the struggles against authority, offering insights into the human condition within the confines of military life. Summary by Dream Audiobooks

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Herman Melville
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91
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White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

1 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Preface and The Jacket

2 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Homeward Bound

3 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - A Glance At The Principal Divisions, Into Which A Man-of-War's Crew Is Divided

4 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Jack Chase

5 - Jack Chase on a Spanish Quarter-Deck; 6 - The Quarter-Deck Officers, Warrant Officers, and Berth-Deck Underlings Of A Man-of-War; Where

7 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Breakfast, Dinner, And Supper

8 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Selvagee Contrasted With Mad-Jack

9 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Of The Pockets That Were In The Jacket; 10 - From Pockets To Pickpockets

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White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

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1 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Preface and The Jacket

2 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Homeward Bound

3 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - A Glance At The Principal Divisions, Into Which A Man-of-War's Crew Is Divided

4 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Jack Chase

5 - Jack Chase on a Spanish Quarter-Deck; 6 - The Quarter-Deck Officers, Warrant Officers, and Berth-Deck Underlings Of A Man-of-War; Where

7 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Breakfast, Dinner, And Supper

8 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Selvagee Contrasted With Mad-Jack

9 - White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War - Of The Pockets That Were In The Jacket; 10 - From Pockets To Pickpockets

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