Aspects of the Novel · Character
Moby Dick
The white whale from Melville's novel, used to discuss symbol and prophecy.
minor
Also known as Moby
First appearance: VII: Prophecy
Moby Dick shows up with force in VI: Fantasy. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned alongside Tristram Shandy as an essential work on the fantastic-prophetical axis.
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In VI: Fantasy: Mentioned alongside Tristram Shandy as an essential work on the fantastic-prophetical axis. Later, in VII: Prophecy: The White Whale symbolizes evil; the book's prophetic song flows athwart action and…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Symbol, prophecy, and order
- Psychological depth and prophetic vision
- Protagonist
- Diverse characters and narrative theory
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Climax.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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