Nathaniel Hawthorne: Letters, Diaries, Reminiscences & Extensive Biographies
Autobiographical WritingsBy Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville, Julian Hawthorne, F. P. Stearns, G. P. Lathrop
Length139h 8m
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The anthology 'Nathaniel Hawthorne: Letters, Diaries, Reminiscences & Extensive Biographies' offers a multifaceted exploration into the personal and literary spheres of one of America's canonical writers, interwoven with the diverse prose styles of his contemporaries and successors. This collection not only illuminates Hawthorne's textured narrative form and dark Romantic themes but also reflects transitional moments in American literature as echoed in the accompanying reflections by Melville and others. Seminal yet distinct, the pieces allow readers to witness the evolution of narrative and stylistic responses to early American societal shifts, showcasing how these influenced or were resisted by the authors. The contributing authors - Hawthorne himself, Herman Melville, Julian Hawthorne, F. P. Stearns, and G. P. Lathrop - bring an enriching depth of perspective, each rooted in their varied experiences and historical contexts. Their collective works highlight a significant epoch in literary America, traversing the antebellum period, the transcendentalist movement, and the post-war reconciliation. This array of backgrounds enriches the anthology's dialogue on literary creation, philosophical dissent, and personal introspection. This collection is an invaluable resource for readers seeking a comprehensive understanding of Hawthorne and his time. The anthology presents a unique opportunity to engage with the minds of influential American authors whose dialogues and discourses shaped and reflected cultural and literary identities. For scholars and enthusiasts of American literature, this book is not merely a read but an extensive educational journey, offering broad insights and provoking thoughtful analysis on the interplay of life and narrative in the 19th century.
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GenreBiography and Memoir, Literary Classics
Length139 hrs 8 mins
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Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Collected Biographies of Eminent Victorians
2Letters
3Browne’s Folly (a letter for the Essex Institute)
4Love Letters (To Miss Sophia Peabody): Volume I (pt. 1)
5Love Letters (To Miss Sophia Peabody): Volume I (pt. 2)
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6Love Letters (To Miss Sophia Peabody): Volume II (pt. 1)
7Love Letters (To Miss Sophia Peabody): Volume II (pt. 2)
8Love Letters (To Miss Sophia Peabody): Volume II (pt. 3)
9Letter to the Editor of the Literary Review
10Memoirs
11American Notebooks (Volume I & II)
12AMERICAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 1)
13AMERICAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 2)
14AMERICAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 3)
15AMERICAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 1)
16AMERICAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 2)
17AMERICAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 3)
18English Notebooks (Volume I & II)
19ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 1)
20ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 2)
21ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 3)
22ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 4)
23ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 5)
24ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 6)
25ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 1)
26ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 2)
27ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 3)
28ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 4)
29ENGLISH NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME II (pt. 5)
30French and Italian Notebooks (Volume I & II)
31FRENCH AND ITALIAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 1)
32FRENCH AND ITALIAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 2)
33FRENCH AND ITALIAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 3)
34FRENCH AND ITALIAN NOTEBOOKS: VOLUME I (pt. 4)
35HAWTHORNE’S NOTEBOOKS IN FRANCE AND ITALY: VOLUME II (pt. 1)
36HAWTHORNE’S NOTEBOOKS IN FRANCE AND ITALY: VOLUME II (pt. 2)
37HAWTHORNE’S NOTEBOOKS IN FRANCE AND ITALY: VOLUME II (pt. 3)
38HAWTHORNE’S NOTEBOOKS IN FRANCE AND ITALY: VOLUME II (pt. 4)
39Biographies and Reminiscences of Hawthorne
40The Life and Genius of Hawthorne by Frank Preston Stearns
41PREFACE
42CHAPTER I SALEM AND THE HATHORNES: 1630-1800
43CHAPTER II BOYHOOD OF HAWTHORNE: 1804-1821
44CHAPTER III BOWDOIN COLLEGE: 1821-1825.
45CHAPTER IV LITTLE MISERY: 1825-1835
46CHAPTER V EOS AND EROS: 1835-1839
47CHAPTER VI PEGASUS AT THE CART: 1839-1841
48CHAPTER VII HAWTHORNE AS A SOCIALIST: 1841-1842
49CHAPTER VIII CONCORD AND THE OLD MANSE: 1842-1845
50CHAPTER IX “MOSSES PROM AN OLD MANSE”: 1845
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