Benito Cereno
Book • 1855
Benito Cereno is a novella by Herman Melville, based on a true story, which delves into the complexities of slavery and racism through the lens of a slave revolt on a Spanish ship.
The story follows Captain Amasa Delano's encounter with the distressed ship San Dominick, where he discovers a web of deceit and power dynamics that challenge his perceptions of racial hierarchy.
The novella is known for its enigmatic narrative and exploration of moral ambiguities.
The story follows Captain Amasa Delano's encounter with the distressed ship San Dominick, where he discovers a web of deceit and power dynamics that challenge his perceptions of racial hierarchy.
The novella is known for its enigmatic narrative and exploration of moral ambiguities.
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