Description
In the heart of bustling 19th-century Wall Street, a quiet scrivener named Bartleby begins to utter a phrase that will echo through literary history: "I would prefer not to." This enigmatic refusal to conform to the demands of his employer and the relentless pace of commerce sets in motion a profound exploration of alienation and the human spirit. Melville masterfully crafts a tale that is both a sharp critique of societal pressures and a deeply moving portrait of an individual's quiet rebellion. The novella stands as a testament to Melville's prescient insight into the modern condition, offering a timeless meditation on work, identity, and the search for meaning in an indifferent world.
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paperback
Melville House
Published May 1, 2004
79 pages
ISBN: 9780974607801
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Details
First Published
1853
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Bartleby the Scrivener by Herman Melville.