A Whale of a Book - Intertextuality in "Moby Dick"

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Intertextuality offers a vast array of interpretations for a text, enhancing its richness and depth through references to other works. The reader's ability to recognize and engage with these intertextual elements is crucial, as it influences the extent to which they can uncover additional meanings. This essay explores the role of intertextuality in literature, emphasizing the interplay between the text and the reader's prior knowledge.