Moby Dick

Part 1 of 2

English · Nautical & Marine Fiction, Action & Adventure, Historical Fiction

Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick follows Ishmael, a sailor who joins the crew of the whaling ship Pequod. The voyage is commanded by Captain Ahab, whose pursuit of the great white whale has become an all-consuming obsession.

This radio presentation adapts the opening portion of Melville’s novel for listening. Its maritime setting, shipboard encounters, and Ahab’s relentless quest bring together adventure and a darker meditation on vengeance, fate, and the limits of human control.

The story’s dramatic scale and vivid sea-bound atmosphere make it a compelling choice for listeners drawn to classic literature and tales of perilous voyages. This recording presents Part 1 of a two-part adaptation.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.