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Piazza Tales gathers six of Herman Melville’s best short works, ranging from the haunting law‑office setting of “Bartleby, the Scrivener” to the seafaring adventure of “Benito Cereno” and the peculiar narrative of “The Lightning‑Rod Man.” The collection showcases Melville’s interest in human psychology, manners, and the moral dimensions of American society. These stories, written in the mid‑19th century, reveal the author’s skill in blending literary craftsmanship with social observation.
First publish date: 1856
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Herman Melville
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