"The River" is a literary classic masterpiece written by the great American writer Herman Melville. In this book, he tells about the incredible adventures of the main character, Captain Ahab, who leads the tall ship "Infernal Harpoon". The main theme of the story is inspiration, myths and religion, revealed through the conversations and actions of the book's characters. "The River" is a deeply thought-provoking book that forces the reader to question his beliefs and search for a deeper meaning in life.