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Typee
Rated 3.94 out of 5 based on 17 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780140434880
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Experience Herman Melville’s thrilling South Seas adventure in “Typee.” Shipwrecked and living among cannibals, he explores exotic rituals, sensuality, and the nature of good and evil. A Penguin Classic, with insightful introductions and notes, rediscover this timeless tale of survival and self-discovery. ISBN: 9780140434880
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Shardul Rahul Utpat –
A bit slow to start, but once it picked up, I was hooked. The cultural insights are invaluable.
Aakanksha Singh –
Interesting, but I felt like Melville was an unreliable narrator. Still worth reading.
Harshit –
The writing style is a bit dense for modern readers, but the story itself is compelling.
Sanskar Vyas –
A fascinating glimpse into a different culture, but Melville’s romanticized view felt a bit naive at times. Still, a good read.
Siddarth Rana –
I enjoyed the adventure, but the pacing was slow in parts. The descriptions were vivid, though!
Yengkhom Maleshwori Devi –
Fantastic book! I could not put it down. So much adventure and intrigue. Highly recommend!
Yash Koshal –
Loved the exotic setting and the mystery surrounding the Typee people. A classic for a reason!
Srishti Mishra –
A decent read, though I wasn’t completely captivated. The ending was a bit abrupt.
Nandini –
Incredible adventure! Melville’s experiences are both thrilling and thought-provoking.
Mohd Afzal Ansari –
An amazing book of adventure with some complex theme. Melville’s experiences were interesting.
Prashant Choudhary –
Melville’s writing is beautiful! A really interesting story about culture clash. Highly recommend!
Shaivi Naaz –
Found it a bit repetitive, but overall an engaging look at Polynesian life. Some dated perspectives.
Sarthak Rajendra Shimbre –
A true classic! Captivating from beginning to end. Melville’s best, in my opinion.
Ayush Denzil Tirkey –
While interesting, some of the descriptions felt overly romanticized and not entirely accurate.
K Sagar –
I struggled with the old-fashioned language, but the story was ultimately rewarding.
Prachi Charde –
A beautifully written adventure story with a touch of anthropological insight.
Chetan –
Loved this book. This book explores themes of colonialism and the unknown with beautiful prose.