White Jacket Or The World on a Man-of-War

by Herman Melville

Language: English

Published: 1850-01-01. 141,650 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Adventure

Content Rating: Older than 17

A semi-autobiographical novel that explores life aboard a U.S. Navy warship based on Melville’s own experiences. It serves as a critique of naval discipline, corporal punishment, and the rigidity of military life.