The Enduring Allure of Hawthorne: Exploring Human Nature and Societal Shadows
The Genesis of a Literary Vision: Hawthorne’s Life and Context Nathaniel Hawthorne, a name synonymous with the darker currents of American Romanticism, remains a literary giant whose works continue to captivate and challenge readers. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, in 1804, and passing away in Plymouth, New Hampshire, in 1864, Hawthorne’s life and writings were deeply…