Omoo: Adventures in the South Seas

Herman Melville's autobiographical sequel to the blockbuster Typee is a rousing, rollicking tale of adventure and misadventure in the south Pacific. Nearly a century before Kerouac's On The Road, Melville weaves a wildly entertaining story of bumming around the globe, complete with a mutiny, jail time, all-night parties, drinking, drugs, murder, and questionable liaisons. He encounters scoundrels, nobles, wastrels, and saviors on the way, each vivid character leaving an indelible impression. If you've only read Melville's more sombre works, you won't want to miss this crazy journey!