EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 7 MIN
048 - LI - One of The People Has An Audience With The Commodore And The Captain On The Quarter-Deck
from White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War · host Herman Melville
Dive into a gripping narrative inspired by Melvilles own adventures aboard the USS United States from 1843 to 1844. This story unveils the harsh and often brutal realities of life in the US Navy during that era. More than just a tale of naval life, it vividly illustrates the stark symbols of class distinction, segregation, and slavery within the microcosm of the USS Neversink. Join us as the narrator brings to life these complex themes and offers a poignant reflection on society. (Introduction by James K. White)
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Dive into a gripping narrative inspired by Melvilles own adventures aboard the USS United States from 1843 to 1844. This story unveils the harsh and often brutal realities of life in the US Navy during that era. More than just a tale of naval life, it vividly illustrates the stark symbols of class distinction, segregation, and slavery within the microcosm of the USS Neversink. Join us as the narrator brings to life these complex themes and offers a poignant reflection on society. (Introduction by James K. White)
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048 - LI - One of The People Has An Audience With The Commodore And The Captain On The Quarter-Deck
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