Moby-Dick · Character
Radney
The cruel, unpopular mate of the Town-Ho, whose conflict with Steelkilt leads to a fatal encounter with Moby Dick.
minor
Also known as the incensed Radney, Mr. Radney
First appearance: LIV: The Town-Ho’s Story
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The brutal mate of the Town-Ho whose overbearing cruelty provokes mutiny; killed by Moby Dick.
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- Mutiny and Craftsmanship
- Protagonist
- Pequod's Primary Company
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