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Going Aboard
An Analysis of Chapter 21
Tone
Mysterious, Anticipatory, And Calm With A Touch Of Humor.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed - (2) | Clear - (4) | Peaceful - (1) | A decent amount - (3) | Moderate - (3) |
Basically...
Ishmael and Queequeg encounter Elijah again, who ominously hints at something unseen, before they board the Pequod to find it quiet and the crew absent except for a sleeping rigger. They wait, smoke, and discuss cultural practices, and the chapter ends as the crew begins to arrive at dawn.
In more detail...
Chapter 21 begins with Ishmael and Queequeg approaching the wharf early in the morning to board the Pequod. They run into Elijah once more, who acts mysteriously and makes cryptic remarks, questioning if they've seen men heading towards the ship, leaving Ishmael pondering his words. Aboard the quiet Pequod, they find it locked and deserted, save for a sleeping rigger, who wakes up to tell them that Ahab is aboard and that Starbuck is active on deck. The chapter concludes with the arrival of the crew and increased activity as they prepare for departure.
Characters
- Ishmael
- About - Ishmael continues his role as the observant narrator, discussing with Queequeg, boarding the Pequod, and encountering Elijah again with suspicion.
- Personality Traits - Curious, slightly impatient, and skeptical of Elijah.
- Character Connections
- Queequeg - They are travel companions and friends boarding the Pequod together.
- Elijah - Ishmael is suspicious and slightly dismissive of the enigmatic Elijah.
- Queequeg
- About - Queequeg accompanies Ishmael in boarding the ship and shares cultural insights. He also exhibits patience and a nonchalant attitude towards Elijah's mysterious behavior.
- Personality Traits - Nonchalant, culturally insightful, and friendly.
- Character Connections
- Ishmael - Travel companions and friends, sharing cultural insights and boarding the Pequod together.
- Elijah - Encounters Elijah and brushes off his cryptic behaviors.
- Elijah
- About - Elijah reappears to deliver ominous warnings and cryptic messages to Ishmael and Queequeg as they are about to board the Pequod.
- Personality Traits - Mysterious, cryptic, and enigmatic.
- Character Connections
- Ishmael - He provides Ishmael with cryptic and ominous warnings.
- Queequeg - Warningly engages with Queequeg in a strange conversation.
- The Rigger
- About - The rigger is found by Ishmael and Queequeg sleeping on the ship. He wakes up to inform them about Ahab and Starbuck's presence.
- Personality Traits - Appears weary and perhaps a bit lethargic but becomes alert upon waking.
- Physical Characteristics - He is described as being wrapped in a tattered pea-jacket and lying face downward.
- Character Connections
- Ishmael - Communicates with Ishmael regarding the ship's sailing status.
- Queequeg - Is sat upon briefly by Queequeg and emerges into the conversation.