Nathaniel Hawthorne and His Wife a Biography V2

Nathaniel Hawthorne and His Wife a Biography V2 is a comprehensive biography of Nathaniel Hawthorne, one of the most celebrated American writers of the 19th century, and his wife, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne. Written by Julian Hawthorne, Nathaniel's son, this book delves into the personal and professional lives of the Hawthornes, providing a detailed account of their upbringing, courtship, marriage, and literary careers.The second volume of the biography covers the period from 1843 to Nathaniel's death in 1864. It explores the Hawthornes' move to Concord, Massachusetts, where they became part of the Transcendentalist movement and formed friendships with notable figures such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Louisa May Alcott. The book also delves into Nathaniel's literary achievements during this time, including the publication of his most famous works, such as The Scarlet Letter, The House of the Seven Gables, and The Blithedale Romance.Throughout the biography, Julian Hawthorne provides insights into the personal lives of his parents, including their struggles with illness, financial difficulties, and the loss of their children. He also sheds light on the dynamics of their marriage, which was often marked by periods of separation and misunderstandings.Overall, Nathaniel Hawthorne and His Wife a Biography V2 offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of America's greatest writers and his wife, providing a rich and detailed account of their personal and professional experiences.1885. Part Two of Two. Author, journalist, and editor Julian Hawthorne was the only son of the eminent U.S. writer Nathaniel Hawthorne and Sophia Peabody Hawthorne. His intimate portrait of his parents is judged by some as the definitive biography of Nathaniel Hawthorne. Contents: First Months in England; From the Lakes to London; Mrs. Blodgett's, Lisbon, London; Eighteen Months before Rome; Donati's Comet; Rome to England; The Marble Faun; The Wayside and the War; and The Beginning of the End. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417942304.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.