Nathaniel Hawthorne: A Sketch Of His Life

Nathaniel Hawthorne: A Sketch Of His Life by Ted Malone is a biography that delves into the life of one of America's greatest writers, Nathaniel Hawthorne. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of Hawthorne's life, from his birth in Salem, Massachusetts, to his rise to literary fame in the mid-19th century.The author explores Hawthorne's childhood, education, and early career as a writer, including his time working at the Salem Custom House and his relationship with his wife, Sophia Peabody. The book also delves into Hawthorne's literary works, including his famous novels The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables, and examines the themes and motifs that run throughout his writing.In addition to providing a thorough account of Hawthorne's life and work, the book also offers insights into the cultural and social context of the time period in which he lived. The author explores the political and social issues of the mid-19th century, including the abolitionist movement, and how these issues influenced Hawthorne's writing.Overall, Nathaniel Hawthorne: A Sketch Of His Life is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of America's greatest writers. The book is well-researched, engaging, and provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of Nathaniel Hawthorne.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Should Old Acquaintance, by Ted Malone. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419108638.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.