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Literary Fiction· United States

Bartleby, the Scrivener

by Herman Melville
Aggregate Editorial Score45/100
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Published 1966English
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Bartleby, the Scrivener by Herman Melville is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1966. Bartleby, the Scrivener (1966) establishes Herman Melville as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.

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AuthorHerman Melville
Published1966
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score45/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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