White Jacket Or The World In A Man Of War - Herman Melville - Bog

""White Jacket Or The World In A Man Of War"" is a novel written by Herman Melville. The book is a semi-autobiographical account of Melville's experiences as a sailor in the United States Navy. The story follows the life of a young sailor named Jack who joins the navy and is assigned to a ship called the USS Neversink. Jack soon discovers that life on board a man-of-war is not what he expected. He is subjected to harsh discipline and brutal treatment from his superiors, and he witnesses the injustices and cruelties of life at sea. The novel explores themes of authority, power, and the struggle for individuality in a hierarchical society. Melville's vivid descriptions of life on board a man-of-war provide a window into the harsh realities of life at sea in the 19th century. ""White Jacket Or The World In A Man Of War"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of the United States Navy and the experiences of sailors during this time period.Oh, shipmates and world-mates, all round! we the people suffer many abuses. Our gun-deck is full of complaints. In vain from Lieutenants do we appeal to the Captain; in vain--while on board our world-frigate--to the indefinite Navy Commissioners, so far out of sight aloft. Yet the worst of our evils we blindly inflict upon ourselves; our officers can not remove them, even if they would. From the last ills no being can save another; therein each man must be his own saviour.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.