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275: Herman Melville's "Bartleby the Scrivener"

Classical Stuff You Should Know

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The Trials of Herman Melville

This chapter examines the life and struggles of 19th-century author Herman Melville, highlighting his literary works and personal hardships. It provides an in-depth analysis of 'Bartleby, The Scrivener,' exploring the narrator's perspective and the themes of disillusionment and the complexity of human existence.

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