Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) was an American novelist and short story writer whose works, often set in New England, explore themes of history, morality, and religion with a dark romantic and anti-Puritan perspective.
Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) was an American novelist and short story writer known for his focus on history, morality, and religion, often with anti-Puritan themes and dark romantic elements.
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| Back | Nathaniel Hawthorne (/ˈhɔːθɔːrn/; né Hathorne; July 4, 1804 – May 19, 1864) was an American novelist, dark romantic, and short story writer. His works often focus on history, morality, and religion. Much of Hawthorne's writing centers on New England, many works featuring moral metaphors with an anti-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 college friend Franklin Pierce, the 14th President of the United States |
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