Moby Dick is an All-American Classic Tale. It was written in 1851 by an American novelist named Herman Melville. The story is about the battle between an angry ship captain named Ahab and a ferocious white sperm whale. Moby Dick is a story that was regarded the high value of being discussed in American schools as part of their curriculum. The tale has a curios history because it was not accepted by the mass at its release. It wasnt until 1930 when the book was republished with illustrations that it finally gained popularity.

American painter Frank Stella made several art works focusing on the concept of Moby Dick from 1985 to 1997. He created one artwork or two to each of the novels 165 chapters. The varying artworks altogether sum up to about 266 pieces of sculptures, metal relief, murals and prints. Stellas likeness and passion for the novel indeed bordered down to obsession for being able to create this massive collection. His works are currently considered as one of Americas priceless treasures.

There will be an exhibition to be held showcasing Moby Dick works by Frank Stella at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, Michigan. It will not show all the Moby Dick artworks but some 30 pieces including his widely acclaimed masterpiece “The Fountain”. The exhibit can be viewed by the public and everyone is invited to see it on January 23 up to May 3, 2009. The activity is a great opportunity for families to enjoy and for parents to bond with their young ones.

Moby Dick is surely a piece of art work that was able to stamp a mark in the Americans minds and then its history. One interesting fact about the novel is because it includes the character named “Starbuck” which was well, the main inspiration of a famous coffee chain. Starbuck is the young mate of the Captain Ahab’s ship who is the only person who contradicts Ahabs plan to fight and kill Moby Dick. His character was of a possibly coward but gentle nature who longs to go back home to his family.

Come and see the exhibit and be inspired of a talent of a great American artist.

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