Herman Melville's Pierre

by Herman Melville

Overview

Shocking and scandalous in its day, PIERRE follows the life of Pierre Glendinning, Jr., and young man betrothed to beautiful Lucy Tartan, a young lady whom his domineering mother approves of. Pierre meets the mysterious Isabel Banford, and promptly runs away with her, only to be joined by Lucy, who still wishes to share her life with him.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940014522830
Publisher:	Halcyon Press Ltd.
Publication date:	04/17/2012
Series:	Halcyon Classics , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Herman Melville (1819-1891) was a bestselling American author, widely known for MOBY DICK. His popularity was brief during his lifetime, but a 20th century revival in Melville, along with the posthumous discovery of BILLY BUDD have ensured renewed interest in his works.

Date of Birth:

August 1, 1819

Date of Death:

September 28, 1891

Place of Birth:

New York, New York

Place of Death:

New York, New York

Education:

Attended the Albany Academy in Albany, New York, until age 15