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Cistern and Buckets
An Analysis of Chapter 78
Tone
Thrilling, Suspenseful, And Ultimately Triumphant.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heart-pounding - (5) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Explosive - (5) | A lot - (4) | Fast-paced - (5) |
Basically...
Tashtego falls into the whale's head while extracting spermaceti, but is saved by Queequeg.
In more detail...
Tashtego climbs aloft to extract spermaceti, a valuable substance derived from whales, using a bucket system. A mishap occurs when Tashtego falls into the head of the whale, submerged in spermaceti. Panic ensues on deck, but Queequeg dives in after him. He scuttles the head and hauls Tashtego out, saving his life, while the whale's head drops into the sea and the ship teeters dangerously. Tashtego is unconscious but alive, and Queequeg emerges heroic from the risky endeavor.
Characters
- Tashtego
- About - Tashtego, the Native American harpooneer, skillfully climbs the mast to procure spermaceti, but falls into the whale's head and is nearly lost to the deep.
- Personality Traits - Vivacious, heedful, and skillful in his duties on the ship.
- Physical Characteristics - Indian (Gay Head Native American), agile and adept in his movements.
- Character Connections
- Queequeg - Fellow harpooneer who ultimately rescues Tashtego from the whale's head.
- Queequeg
- About - The Polynesian harpooneer Queequeg heroically saves Tashtego by diving into the whale's head, performing what the narrator refers to as 'obstetrics on the run.'
- Personality Traits - Resourceful, courageous, and decisive in crisis situations.
- Physical Characteristics - Polynesian, heavily tattooed, depicted as having immense physical strength and agility.
- Character Connections
- Tashtego - Queequeg saves Tashtego's life by pulling him out of the sperm whale's head.
- Daggoo
- About - Daggoo, the giant African harpooneer, first realizes Tashtego's fall and contributes to the rescue effort.
- Personality Traits - Sensibly quick to action and presence of mind during emergencies.
- Physical Characteristics - Giant stature, African.
- Character Connections
- Tashtego - Alerts the crew to Tashtego's accident and helps in the rescue.
- Queequeg - Crewmate and fellow harpooneer.
- Stubb
- About - Stubb is the ship's second mate who, during the commotion, provides comments that reflect caution and practical advice.
- Personality Traits - Straightforward, somewhat acerbic, and logical even in moments of high tension.
- Physical Characteristics - Not specifically described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Tashtego - Concerned for Tashtego when he falls.
- Queequeg - Crewmate and fellow officer aboard the Pequod.