White-Jacket - 9780870217883

Based on Melville's time in the U.S. Navy, "White-Jacket" is known primarily for its help in changing standards in this branch of the armed services. At the time, life aboard these vessels was a brutal one. Melville is critical of almost every aspect of naval life including the violent practice of flogging. This overtly political work which describes in detail the horrific brutality of naval life was instrumental in helping to modernize practices of the U.S. Navy.

This book title, White-Jacket - 9780870217883, ISBN: 9780870217883, by Herman Melville, published by Naval Institute Press (June 1, 1988) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.

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