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Main-Street

Main-Street

Hawthorne, Nathaniel
Hawthorne, Julian

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ISBN10: 1168786894
ISBN13: 9781168786890
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 66
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Main-Street is a novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne that was first published in 1851. The story is set in a small New England town called Main Street and follows the life of a young woman named Mary Garth. Mary is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is determined to make a life for herself in a town that is dominated by tradition and conformity. As Mary navigates her way through the town, she encounters a cast of characters who represent the different aspects of life in Main Street. These characters include the town's religious leaders, wealthy businessmen, and working-class laborers. Throughout the novel, Hawthorne explores themes of individuality, conformity, and the struggle between tradition and progress. He also delves into the complexities of small-town life, including gossip, social hierarchies, and the pressure to conform to societal norms. As Mary tries to find her place in Main Street, she must confront the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated society, as well as the limitations imposed by her social class. Along the way, she discovers the power of love, friendship, and personal growth. Main-Street is a classic work of American literature that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience that offers insights into the complexities of small-town life and the struggle for individuality in a conformist society.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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