Moby-Dick · Character
Captain Mayhew
The captain of the Jeroboam, whose authority is undermined by the mad prophet Gabriel aboard his ship.
minor
Also known as Mayhew
First appearance: lxviii the blanket
Captain Mayhew shows up with force in LXXI: The Jeroboam’s Story. The page is where that presence becomes real.
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In LXXI: The Jeroboam’s Story: Captain of the Jeroboam. Narrates the story of Gabriel and Macey's death to the Pequod. Expresses sorrow…
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- Secondary and Land Characters
- Pequod's Primary Company
- Protagonist
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Ahab's psychological obsession reaches its peak, as his purpose becomes an unshakable, domineering force that…
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See Captain Mayhew in lxviii the blanket