The Wives of the Dead (From: "The Snow Image and Other Twice-Told Tales")
Grief, Loss, and the Supernatural in 19th Century New EnglandBy Nathaniel Hawthorne
Length15m
About this audiobook
In "The Wives of the Dead," part of Nathaniel Hawthorne's collection "The Snow Image and Other Twice-Told Tales," the author delves deep into the complex emotions surrounding love, loss, and the societal expectations of mourning in 19th-century New England. Hawthorne employs his signature gothic style, weaving rich, symbolic imagery with psychological depth, as he contrasts the inner turmoil of bereaved widows with the mundanity of their rural surroundings. The narrative captures the exquisite tension between private grief and public perception, positioning the reader within a richly imagined, moral landscape where individual desires clash with social norms. Nathaniel Hawthorne, a prominent figure in American literature, was influenced by his Puritan heritage and the moral complexities of human existence. His experiences living in a community often characterized by strong sentiments of propriety and restraint informed his exploration of themes such as guilt, sin, and redemption. "The Wives of the Dead" reflects his keen interest in the psychological ramifications of tragedy and the societal roles that define personal identity. This evocative tale is recommended for readers interested in the interplay of emotional depth and societal commentary prevalent in Hawthorne'Äôs work. It offers an insightful glimpse into the human condition that resonates well beyond its historical setting, making it a timeless reflection on the nature of grief.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror, General Fiction
Length15 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Nathaniel Hawthorne
The Dolliver RomanceNathaniel Hawthorne1h 50m$2 · $0.00
Sketches and StudiesNathaniel Hawthorne5h 58m$2 · $0.00
The Toll Gatherer's Day (From "Twice Told Tales")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 30m$2 · $0.00
Old News (From: "The Snow Image and Other Twice-Told Tales")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 4m$2 · $0.00
A Select PartyNathaniel Hawthorne1h 49m$2 · $0.00
The Threefold Destiny (From "Twice Told Tales")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 36m$2 · $0.00
Rappaccini's Daughter (Unabridged)Nathaniel Hawthorne6h 37m$1 · $0.00
A Rill from the Town PumpNathaniel Hawthorne1h 30m$2 · $0.00
The Three Golden Apples (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 1m$2 · $0.00
Fire Worship (From "Mosses from an Old Manse")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 30m$2 · $0.00
The Lily's Quest (From "Twice Told Tales")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Scarlet LetterNathaniel Hawthorne10h$2 · $0.00
Mosses from an Old Manse, and Other StoriesNathaniel Hawthorne7h 49m$1 · $0.00
The Gorgon's Head (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 10m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry, Essays, Letters and Memoirs (Illustrated Edition)Nathaniel Hawthorne332h 50m$2 · $0.00
Chippings with a Chisel (From "Twice Told Tales")Nathaniel Hawthorne1h 41m$2 · $0.00
FanshaweNathaniel Hawthorne4h 10m$2 · $0.00
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Leyendas de la Casa ProvincialNathaniel Hawthorne2h 6m$1 · $0.00
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We’re AliveKc Wayland5h 10m$15
The Undead PoolKim Harrison16h 13m$33 · $0.00
Glacier's EdgeR. A. Salvatore13h 44m$33 · $0.00
Haint BlueStephanie Alexander11h 55m$23
Good OmensNeil Gaiman, Terry Pratchett12h 33m$33 · $0.00
Dark of NightJonathan Maberry, Rachael Lavin4h 59m$20 · $0.00
The Renegade HunterLynsay Sands10h 7m$29 · $0.00
The Fall of the House of CabalJonathan L. Howard14h 54m$23
Under Western Eyes (Unabridged Deluxe Edition)Joseph Conrad35h 39m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of E. F. Benson (Illustrated)E. F. Benson335h 9m$1 · $0.00
All I Want for Christmas Is a VampireKerrelyn Sparks10h 27m$29 · $0.00
Corpus HermeticumHermes Trismegistus3h 43m$7 · $0.00
LambChristopher Moore15h 22m$33 · $0.00
Jane EyreCharlotte Brontë21h 2m$2 · $0.00
The ExorcistWilliam Peter Blatty12h 52m5 (2)$8 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Mary ShelleyMary Shelley128h 25m$2 · $0.00
Twice TemptedJeaniene Frost8h 17m$26 · $0.00
Between Two FiresChristopher Buehlman14h 25m$23
1984George Orwell12h 18m$25 · $0.00
Hell Divers XII: HeroesNicholas Sansbury Smith13h 18m$27
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged)Jane Austen88h 8m5 (1)$1 · $0.00
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m$28 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
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The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
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Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
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