Publisher's Synopsis

Hawthorne by James Jr., Henry is a biography of the American author, Nathaniel Hawthorne. The book provides a comprehensive look at Hawthorne's life, including his childhood, education, and literary career. James Jr. examines Hawthorne's major works, including The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables, and explores the themes and motifs that run throughout his writing. The biography also delves into Hawthorne's personal life, including his marriage to Sophia Peabody and his relationships with other literary figures of his time. James Jr. uses primary sources and historical context to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of Hawthorne and his contributions to American literature. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in Hawthorne's life and work, as well as the literary and cultural landscape of nineteenth-century America.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781430495369
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 184
Weight: 276g
Height: 151mm
Width: 228mm
Spine width: 10mm