Herman Melville (1819–1891) was an American poet
and novelist of the American Renaissance, best known for his allusive adventure novel “Moby-Dick.” Partly based on
the author’s experience, “Redburn” is a fascinating
coming-of-age story of a young sailor Wellington Redburn, who decides to leave New York in search of a better life in Liverpool, England. It is a moving tale about losing an innocent outlook on life and obtaining life experience
through overcoming adversity.