The chief mate of the Pequod who is deeply troubled by Captain Ahab's destructive obsession with Moby Dick. He attempts to persuade fellow officers to take command and even considers a mutiny, but ultimately relents. After Ahab's death, he orders the crew to continue the hunt.
Starbuck holds the rank of chief mate directly reporting to Captain Ahab.
Starbuck and Stubb serve together as senior officers on the Pequod.
Starbuck and Flask serve together as senior officers on the Pequod.
Ishmael and Starbuck share the experience of surviving the catastrophic voyage.
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