Nathaniel Hawthorne is one of America's most influential writers and also one of the most complex. He was the essential New Englander, a believer in hard work and simple living, and his personality and writing were tremendously influenced by his Puritan ancestry and the Salem Witch Trials. He obsessed over sin and redemption his entire life. Hawthorne's unequivocal belief in the dark side of humanity proved to be one of the greatest asset of his writing. His obsession with mankind's downfall and its basic imperfections flows throughout every page of his novels. Evil fascinated him, and he spent his life pondering how to overcome what he considered man's essential sinful nature. This produced some of the most dramatic literature by any American writer. Discover a plethora of topics such as Early Life in Salem Hawthorne during the War of 1812 Struggling as a Writer The Scarlet Letter Life in Britain Late Life and Death And much more! Discover the life of Nathaniel Hawthorne, the master of dark romanticism and author of classics like The Scarlet Letter and The House of the Seven Gables**.** His haunting tales explored sin, guilt, and the human soul. Perfect for fans of classic literature and American Gothic fiction. Get your copy today and explore the legacy of a literary pioneer!