1.In "The Symphony," Why does Ahab refuse to go home to his wife and child, even though it appears that he wants to? How does the sea and air, described as a married couple, have an effect on Ahab?
2. Starbuck seems to be the only person who could command the pequod in the event of Ahab's death. By leaving Starbuck on the ship in order to pursue Moby Dick, is Ahab accepting death and the suicidal nature of his quest? (chapter 133)
3. At the end of chapter 133, Ahab describes himself as neither a man nor a god. What makes Ahab neither natural nor supernatural?
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