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Title: The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne

Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Text file produced by Michelle Shephard, Eric Eldred, Charles Franks
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
HTML file produced by David Widger

Summary: "The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne" by Frank Preston Stearns is a biographical account written in the late 19th century that explores the life, experiences, and literary achievements of Nathaniel Hawthorne, one of America's revered authors. The book not only delves into Hawthorne's personal history but also seeks to provide critical insights into his literary genius, highlighting the influences that shaped his works and character. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing Salem, Massachusetts, a significant location in Hawthorne's life and ancestry. It details the historical significance of Salem and introduces readers to the Hathorne family lineage, from early settlers to the impacts of the Salem witchcraft trials, which resonate in Hawthorne's later writings. The text also provides context regarding Hawthorne's ancestors' roles within the community, particularly with regards to the colonial period. This foundation allows for a deeper understanding of the environment in which Hawthorne was born and raised, ultimately framing the narrative of his subsequent life and literary pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Stearns, Frank Preston, 1846-1917

EBook No.: 7170

Published: Dec 1, 2004

Downloads: 185

Language: English

Subject: Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864

Subject: Novelists, American -- 19th century -- Biography

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne

Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Text file produced by Michelle Shephard, Eric Eldred, Charles Franks
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
HTML file produced by David Widger

Summary: "The Life and Genius of Nathaniel Hawthorne" by Frank Preston Stearns is a biographical account written in the late 19th century that explores the life, experiences, and literary achievements of Nathaniel Hawthorne, one of America's revered authors. The book not only delves into Hawthorne's personal history but also seeks to provide critical insights into his literary genius, highlighting the influences that shaped his works and character. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing Salem, Massachusetts, a significant location in Hawthorne's life and ancestry. It details the historical significance of Salem and introduces readers to the Hathorne family lineage, from early settlers to the impacts of the Salem witchcraft trials, which resonate in Hawthorne's later writings. The text also provides context regarding Hawthorne's ancestors' roles within the community, particularly with regards to the colonial period. This foundation allows for a deeper understanding of the environment in which Hawthorne was born and raised, ultimately framing the narrative of his subsequent life and literary pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Stearns, Frank Preston, 1846-1917

EBook No.: 7170

Published: Dec 1, 2004

Downloads: 185

Language: English

Subject: Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864

Subject: Novelists, American -- 19th century -- Biography

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.