Tanglewood Tales - Softcover

Hawthorne, Nathaniel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1512265373 ISBN 13: 9781512265378

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

Synopsis

A short time ago, I was favored with a flying visit from my young friend Eustace Bright, whom I had not before met with since quitting the breezy mountains of Berkshire. It being the winter vacation at his college, Eustace was allowing himself a little relaxation, in the hope, he told me, of repairing the inroads which severe application to study had made upon his health; and I was happy to conclude, from the excellent physical condition in which I saw him, that the remedy had already been attended with very desirable success. He had now run up from Boston by the noon train, partly impelled by the friendly regard with which he is pleased to honor me, and partly, as I soon found, on a matter of literary business.

About this title

About the Author

Nathaniel Hawthorne (born Nathaniel Hathorne; July 4, 1804 – May 19, 1864) was an American novelist and short story writer. Much of Hawthorne's writing centers on New England, many works featuring moral allegories with a Puritan inspiration. His fiction works are considered part of the Romantic movement and, more specifically, Dark romanticism. His themes often center on the inherent evil and sin of humanity, and his works often have moral messages and deep psychological complexity. His published works include novels, short stories, and a biography of his friend Franklin Pierce.

Review

'The most luxuriant of the seed-bed sowers of American literature' Simon Schama 'The style of Hawthorne is purity itself. His tone is singularly effective - wild, plaintive, thoughtful' Edgar Allan Poe 'The allegorist par excellence' Telegraph

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1512265373
• ISBN 13: 9781512265378
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 94