Herman Melville (b. 1819)

Born: 1819 August 1 in New York City, New York, United States
Died: 1891 September 28 in New York City, New York, United States
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Biography:

Herman Melville was an American writer best known for his novel "Moby-Dick." He began his career as a sailor, which deeply influenced his early sea-themed works. Though "Moby-Dick" was not widely recognized during his lifetime, it later became a classic of American literature. Melville also wrote short stories, including "Bartleby, the Scrivener," and poetry. His writing is known for its complex style, philosophical depth and exploration of human nature. "Moby-Dick" and other works by Melville have been adapted in to other media, including comic books, numerous times.

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  1. Herman Melvill Type: Name at Birth
    Given name: Herman Family name: Melvill
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Art Influences:

Influences by Herman Melville (b. 1819) were stated by:
  1. Harlan Ellison (b. 1934)
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