Billy Budd, a classical tragedy novel

Billy Budd is a classical tragedy novel. In this novel, one theme might be the corruption of innocence by society, but another might be the consummate peacemaker who brings about unity of man through martyrdom. The narrator never actually says his name, but tells how Billy was accused of mutiny and kills Captain Claggart. In … Read more

Herman Melvilles Billy Budd

In Herman Melvilles Billy Budd, the author focuses the plot around three symbols, three main figures in his story. These include Captain Vere, Billy Budd, and John Claggart. All three figures have tremendously different personalities and characteristics. They are three men in the British navy who feed off each other in so many ways. The … Read more