Moby-Dick · Character
Dr. Bunger
The surgeon of the Samuel Enderby, who humorously describes extracting the iron from Captain Boomer's arm.
minor
Also known as Bunger, Johnny, Jack Bunger
First appearance: xcvii the lamp
Dr. Bunger shows up with force in Leg and Arm. The page is where that presence becomes real.
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In Leg and Arm: The ship's surgeon. He offers a bizarre, clinical explanation for the whale's behavior, suggesting it lacks malice but mere digestive awkwardness. He comically attempts to diagnose Ahab's feverish state,…
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- Pequod's Primary Company
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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 Dr. Bunger in xcvii the lamp