From Mosses from an Old Manse
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ISBN10: 1161432531
ISBN13: 9781161432534
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.44 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781161432534
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.44 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
From Mosses From An Old Manse is a collection of short stories and essays written by Nathaniel Hawthorne, a prominent American author and novelist of the 19th century. The book was first published in 1846 and includes some of Hawthorne's most famous works, such as Young Goodman Brown and The Birthmark.The stories in the book are set in various historical periods and explore themes of morality, sin, guilt, and the human condition. Many of the stories are allegorical in nature and use symbolism to convey their messages. Hawthorne's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid descriptions and his ability to create a haunting and eerie atmosphere.In addition to the short stories, the book also includes several essays on topics such as the art of writing, the history of the Salem witch trials, and the nature of dreams. These essays provide insight into Hawthorne's views on literature and society, as well as his interest in history and the supernatural.Overall, From Mosses From An Old Manse is a classic work of American literature that showcases Hawthorne's talent as a storyteller and his unique perspective on the world.Includes the very controversial tale The Birthmark.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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