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The Complete Short Stories of Nathaniel Hawthorne (Illustrated) (eBook)
615 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775597-5 (EAN)
Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804–1864) was a masterful American novelist and short story writer, celebrated for his compelling storytelling and exploration of themes revolving around sin, guilt, and morality. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Hawthorne came from a family with deep New England roots, including a connection to the infamous Salem Witch Trials, an ancestry that would haunt and inspire his literary craft. Graduating from Bowdoin College in 1825, alongside future luminaries such as Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and future president Franklin Pierce, Hawthorne struggled initially to find his voice as a writer. It was not until the publication of 'Twice-Told Tales' in 1837 that he achieved some literary recognition. However, his magnum opus 'The Scarlet Letter' (1850) cemented his place in the pantheon of American literature with its insightful look at Puritan New England and complex characterizations. Hawthorne's literary style is characterized by a psychological depth and dark romanticism; his narratives often unfold with a sense of unease and supernatural eeriness, reflecting the inner turmoil of his characters. 'The Complete Short Stories of Nathaniel Hawthorne (Illustrated)' brings together his extensive body of short works, showcasing his adept use of symbolism and allegory. His other notable works include the novels 'The House of the Seven Gables' and 'The Blithedale Romance,' both of which further illustrate his preoccupation with the themes of ancestral guilt and the moral contradictions of human nature. Hawthorne's influence extends beyond his lifetime, as his exploration of the human psyche and moral dilemmas continue to resonate with readers and scholars alike.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.12.2023 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Anthologien |
Schlagworte | 19th-Century American Literature • 19th century short stories • Allegorical tales • American Gothic • American literature classics • Dark Romanticism • Edgar Allan Poe • Fairytales • Gothic fiction • Grimm • Hans Christian Andersen • Henry James • Historical allegories • historical american fiction • Illustrated classic stories • illustrated tales • James Russell Lowell • moral complexity • Nathaniel Hawthorne collection • new england writers • Psychological Dilemmas • Puritanical New England • Robert Louis Stevenson • romanticism literature • Rudyard Kipling • 'Salem's Lot • Sin and Virtue • Transcendental themes • William Faulkner |
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