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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 5 MIN

Mardi Volume 1 Chapter 18 - My Lord Shark and his Pages

from The Herman Melville Library · host Herman Melville

In which an ungainly yet commanding Shovel-nosed Shark is attended by a curious retinue of Pilot fish and parasitic Remoras, whose mysterious companionship and mutual understandings evoke wonder akin to ancient marvels. Observing their curious behaviour from a small boat, our narrator refrains from harm and witnesses the steadfast loyalty of the fish, which accompany the vessel as an auspicious escort for many days.

In which an ungainly yet commanding Shovel-nosed Shark is attended by a curious retinue of Pilot fish and parasitic Remoras, whose mysterious companionship and mutual understandings evoke wonder akin to ancient marvels. Observing their curious behaviour from a small boat, our narrator refrains from harm and witnesses the steadfast loyalty of the fish, which accompany the vessel as an auspicious escort for many days.

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