This unique introduction explores Herman Melville as he described himself in Billy Budd – "a writer whom few know.” Moving beyond the recurring depiction of Melville as the famous author of Moby–Dick , this book traces his development as a writer while providing the basic tools for successful critical reading of his novels. Using the extraordinary "Agatha” correspondence with Nathaniel Hawthorne as a key to Melville?s writing practices, beliefs, and inclinations, the volume introduces Melville as a writer who constantly reflected on his craft and experimented with new forms and genres. Arranged chronologically, the volume focuses on Typee, Moby–Dick , and Billy Budd , as well as other novels, short fiction, and poems, to explore Melville?s distinctive narrative style. A biography, summaries of key works, interpretation, commentary, and an extensive bibliography are all included.

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