P.'s Correspondence (From "Mosses from an Old Manse")

Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804–1864) remains a towering figure in American literature, revered for his richly symbolic and darkly allegorical prose. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Hawthorne was acutely attuned to the Puritan legacy of his ancestors, which deeply influenced his writing. His literary style is characterized by a psychological complexity and a keen moral sensibility, often exploring themes ...