In The Heart Of The Sea : Tragedy Of Whaleship Essex SKU: $12.75 to $18.00 Product Type : New Used New Trade Books Ship 2 Available Pickup in Store - FREE! Select Store to check availability. Quantity -+ Add to Cart Details Recounts the story of the 1820 wreck of the whaleship Essex, which inspired Melville's classic Moby-Dick, and describes its doomed crew's ninety-day a... DetailsBackDetailsRecounts the story of the 1820 wreck of the whaleship Essex, which inspired Melville's classic Moby-Dick, and describes its doomed crew's ninety-day attempt to survive whale attacks and the elements on three tiny lifeboats.See MoreSee Less