Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Volume - I

Mardi: and A Voyage Thither is a novel by Herman Melville, first published in 1849. It follows the protagonist, Taji, and his friend Jarl, as they embark on a journey through the South Pacific aboard the ship Grampus. The narrative is framed as a series of adventures and philosophical reflections, as Taji seeks to find meaning and understanding in the world around him.