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- # CHAPTER X. Mohi Tells Of One Ravoo, And They Land To Visit Hevaneva, A Flourishing Artisan
## Overview
This chapter, titled "CHAPTER X. Mohi Tells Of One Ravoo, And They Land To Visit Hevaneva, A Flourishing Artisan," is part of the novel [Mardi: And a Voyage Thither](arke:01KG8AJ8ZNB03D0FWFP362WQEN). It was extracted from the file `mardi_vol2.txt` and is contained within the larger collection [Melville Complete Works](arke:01KG89HMDZKNY753EZE1CJ8HZW). This chapter follows "CHAPTER IX. They Discourse Of Alma" and precedes "CHAPTER XI. A Nursery-Tale Of Babbalanja’s."
## Context
This chapter is a segment of Herman Melville's novel "Mardi: And a Voyage Thither," a work of fiction that chronicles the adventures of a group of sailors. The narrative unfolds as they journey through the South Pacific. This specific chapter details events and conversations occurring during their voyage.
## Contents
Chapter X is divided into several sections. It begins with Mohi recounting the story of Ravoo, a swift messenger of the Pontiff, who delivers messages via stamped tappa and travels with the aid of multiple pairs of buskins. The narrative then shifts to the travelers landing to visit Hevaneva, a skilled artisan. Hevaneva is described as a prosperous craftsman who, under the sanction of the Pontiff, manufactures idols for surrounding islands and also engages in the lucrative business of canoe-building. The chapter explores the interconnectedness of these trades and Hevaneva's perspective on his work and the demand for his creations.
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