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Moby Dick - Kid Classics

The Classic Edition Reimagined Just-for-Kids! (Kid Classic #3)

Maïté Schmitt illustrator Margaret Novak editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Focus

Published:26th Jul '22

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Moby Dick - Kid Classics cover

Share the classic novel by Herman Melville in an illustrated chapter storybook made for young readers! Full of adventure and excitement, beginner readers will find the epic tale of Kid Classics Moby Dick irresistible!


The sailor Ishmael tells the tale of whaling ship Captain Ahab's obsessive quest to get revenge on Moby Dick, the legendary giant white sperm whale who bit off his leg! With page after page of captivating illustrations, this magical hardcover will be the fought over favorite in your home and schoolroom!


Melville was an American novelist, short story writer, and poet. He also worked as a schoolteacher, clerk, and sailor, and his writing was not well known at the time of his death; however, in years since Moby Dick has become known as one of the greatest novels of all time.

This just-for-kids retelling of Herman Melville’s classic Moby Dick:

  • Is an abridged, child-friendly retelling of original novel
  • Is a beautiful illustrated hardcover with illustrations in each chapter
  • Is perfect for homeschooling, school reading challenges, and beginning readers
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ISBN: 9781951511302

Dimensions: 211mm x 167mm x 20mm

Weight: 426g

144 pages