Nathaniel Hawthorne

Gebundenes Buch

The Scarlet Letter

Beschreibung

Step into the rigid and unforgiving world of 17th-century Puritan New England in Nathaniel Hawthorne's classic novel, ""The Scarlet Letter."" This haunting tale of sin, guilt, and redemption follows the story of Hester Prynne, a young woman who is condemned to wear a scarlet letter 'A' as a symbol of her adulterous affair, and the reverberations of her transgression on the lives of those around her. As Hester navigates the harsh judgment and relentless persecution of her community, Hawthorne masterfully explores the complexities of human nature, the duality of public versus private morality, and the redemptive power of love and forgiveness. Through the unforgettable characters of Hester, her secret lover, and her vengeful husband, ""The Scarlet Letter"" delves into the darkest corners of the human soul, revealing the depths to which people will go to conceal their sins and the high price of hypocrisy. Immerse yourself in the gripping and timeless story of ""The Scarlet Letter,"" and experience the artistry, psychological depth, and enduring themes that have made this novel a cornerstone of American literature. Journey with Hester Prynne as she confronts the oppressive forces of her society and discovers the transformative power of truth, compassion, and the indomitable human spirit.

Autor

American author Nathaniel Hawthorne (July 4, 1804, to May 19, 1864) wrote both novels and short stories. His works typically touch on history, religion, and morality. His family had a lengthy history in Salem, Massachusetts, where he was born in 1804. Hawthorne enrolled at Bowdoin College in 1821, was chosen for membership in Phi Beta Kappa in 1824, and received his diploma in 1825. Fanshawe, his debut novel, was published in 1828; he later tried to suppress it because he believed it fell short of the caliber of his later works. In magazines, he produced a number of short stories, which he later compiled as Twice-Told Tales in 1837. He proposed to Sophia Peabody the next year. Before getting married to Peabody in 1842, he joined the transcendentalist community of Brook Farm and worked at the Boston Custom House. The pair first settled in Concord, Massachusetts' The Old Manse before relocating to Salem, the Berkshires, and finally The Wayside. Following the release of The Scarlet Letter in 1850, a number of other novels followed. Prior to their 1860 return to Concord, Hawthorne and his family traveled to Europe as part of a political appointment as a consul. He passed away on May 19, 1864.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: MJP Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 240
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 222mm x 145mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 438g
• ISBN-13: 9789355275035
• ISBN-10: 935527503X
• Artikelnr.: 68314103