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In the Heart of the Sea

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Last discussed Oct 10, 2026

Nathaniel Philbrick's National Book Award-winning account of the sinking of the whaleship Essex, the true story behind Moby-Dick.

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Praised: Tells the real story behind Moby-Dick and the whaling industry

"If you've read In the Heart of the Sea, probably his magnum opus, his incredible book about the whaling industry and Moby-Dick and the real story it's based on."

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