Israel Potter by Herman Melville was first published in 1855. We track 2 editions.
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- Comes after
- Pierre; or, The Ambiguities
- Followed by
- The Piazza Tales
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- Editions recorded
- 56 on Open Library, 47 in English
- Wikipedia
- Articles in 4 languages
- Free to read
- Project Gutenberg (out of copyright in the US)
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How many editions of Israel Potter are there?
We track 2 editions of Israel Potter. Each has its own page with how to identify it.
When was Israel Potter first published?
Israel Potter by Herman Melville was first published in 1855.
What should I read after Israel Potter?
In order, it follows Pierre; or, The Ambiguities and it is followed by The Piazza Tales, according to Wikidata.
Can I read Israel Potter for free?
Yes: the text is out of copyright in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg. Collectors still pay for the first edition, which is the physical object, not the words.
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