Example: "Follow your leader" Melville. ... After considering these examples, it becomes clear that Vanderbilt's main argument is that "Benito Cereno" was "one of the bitterest moments in Melville's quarrel with the first vengeful and deadly Master." (75) His support includes an analysis of what he asserts is Melville's point of view on slavery; a detailed description on his view of Melville's statement about the "black complicity," or mutual darkness, of humanity; and an explanation of how this relates to Melville's feelings about God. ...

• Word Count: 1921
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School