‘So long son, you’ll have a whale of a time!’

by Sarah

Having departed for nautical college last autumn, the time has come for my son to set sail aboard this very ship, on a four month long trip which will take him to South… Continue reading →

It’s over! I have finished Moby Dick!

by Lucy

I’m aware there was a time in my life when I wasn’t reading ‘Moby Dick’, but it seems so long ago I barely remember it. I think my hair was shorter, and it… Continue reading →

I’ll tell you why, Ishmael. Because men are liars, that’s why.

by Lucy

I’m about halfway through ‘Moby Dick’, and Ishmael is wondering why whales are so poorly depicted anatomically in early paintings and sculptures. Party, because people’s memories are awful and no two descriptions are… Continue reading →

Moby Dick and a Cannibal’s Christmas

by Lucy

I’m at chapter 55 out of 135 and Moby Dick has yet to turn up in person (whale?). I find myself conflicted, as I don’t want Moby Dick to get hurt, but I… Continue reading →

I’ve suffered more than Ishmael

by Lucy

I’ve just started Moby Dick. I really hope the whale lives, I weep like a wasp-stung toddler when dogs die in films. If the whale croaks I’ll need a day off work. So,… Continue reading →