About “White-Jacket”

The book recounts the author's experiences as an Ordinary seaman aboard a United States frigate in 1843, during a voyage that included time spent in a Pacific Ocean harbour. The narrative incorporates the author's observations and experiences during his time in the United States Navy.

Book details

Published
1850
Latest edition
1850 · ISBN 9781582876986
ISBN
9781582876986

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How many pages is White-Jacket?

White-Jacket by Herman Melville has 570 pages.

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