The Complete Short Stories of Nathaniel Hawthorne (Illustrated)
By Nathaniel Hawthorne
Length102h 16m
About this audiobook
Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Complete Short Stories" offers an intricate exploration of themes such as guilt, sin, and the complexities of human nature through a distinctively romantic lens. This illustrated collection showcases Hawthorne's masterful prose, characterized by rich symbolism and a hauntingly introspective style that delves deep into the moral consequences of the characters' choices. Each tale, from the eerie resonance of "The Lottery" to the poignant reflections in "The Birthmark," draws upon the rich backdrop of 19th-century New England, a setting imbued with both mythic qualities and historical significance. Hawthorne's prowess in weaving psychological depth with supernatural elements situates these stories within the American Romantic literary context, making them timeless explorations of the human condition. Hawthorne, born in Salem, Massachusetts, in 1804, grew up in the shadow of the Salem witch trials, an experience that profoundly shaped his literary voice and thematic preoccupations with morality and the supernatural. His Puritan ancestry weighed heavily on him, instilling a sense of both isolation and a profound reflection on the nature of evil. Having honed his craft through various publications and a growing acknowledgment in literary circles, Hawthorne's keen insight into the human psyche culminated in this collection. For readers seeking an enthralling glimpse into the intricacies of human emotions and ethical dilemmas, "The Complete Short Stories of Nathaniel Hawthorne" is an indispensable read. This beautifully illustrated compilation not only enriches the visual experience of the text but also enhances the understanding of Hawthorne's intricate narratives, appealing to both new readers and literary enthusiasts alike.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length102 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26I. HOWE’S MASQUERADE
2I.
27II. EDWARD RANDOLPH’S PORTRAIT
3II.
28III. LADY ELEANORE’S MANTLE
4III.
29IV. OLD ESTHER DUDLEY
5IV.
30THE HAUNTED MIND
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6V.
31THE VILLAGE UNCLE
7THE GRAY CHAMPION
32THE AMBITIOUS GUEST
8SUNDAY AT HOME
33THE SISTER-YEARS
9THE WEDDING KNELL
34SNOWFLAKES
10THE MINISTER’S BLACK VEIL
35THE SEVEN VAGABONDS
11THE MAYPOLE OF MERRY MOUNT
36THE WHITE OLD MAID
12THE GENTLE BOY
37PETER GOLDTHWAITE’S TREASURE
13MR. HIGGINBOTHAM’S CATASTROPHE
38CHIPPINGS WITH A CHISEL
14LITTLE ANNIE’S RAMBLE
39THE SHAKER BRIDAL
15WAKEFIELD
40NIGHT-SKETCHES
16A RILL FROM THE TOWN PUMP
41ENDICOTT AND THE RED CROSS
17THE GREAT CARBUNCLE: A MYSTERY OF THE WHITE MOUNTAINS
42THE LILY’S QUEST
18THE PROPHETIC PICTURES
43FOOTPRINTS ON THE SEASHORE
19DAVID SWAN
44EDWARD FANE’S ROSEBUD
20SIGHTS FROM A STEEPLE
45THE THREEFOLD DESTINY
21THE HOLLOW OF THE THREE HILLS
46AUTHOR’S PREFACE
22THE TOLL-GATHERER’S DAY
47CHAPTER I. GRANDFATHER AND THE CHILDREN AND THE CHAIR
23THE VISION OF THE FOUNTAIN
48CHAPTER II. THE PURITANS AND THE LADY ARBELLA
24FANCY’S SHOW-BOX
49CHAPTER III. A RAINY DAY
25DR. HEIDEGGER’S EXPERIMENT
50CHAPTER IV. TROUBLOUS TIMES
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