Memories of Hawthorne by Rose Hawthorne Lathrop
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"Memories of Hawthorne" by Rose Hawthorne Lathrop is a biographical account written during the late 19th century. This work compiles reflections and letters from Sophia Hawthorne, offering an intimate glimpse into the life of Nathaniel Hawthorne through the eyes of his family, particularly focusing on Sophia's experiences and interactions with prominent literary figures of their time. At the start of the memoir, the author explains her intent to share memories of her
mother and the Hawthorne family, highlighting the warmth of correspondence and the beauty of their social circle, especially in connection to the Peabody family. The narrative emphasizes the close relationships between the Hawthornes and the Peabodys, detailing their character traits and artistic pursuits. We see glimpses of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s personality as a private yet profound man, and how his future wife, Sophia, plays a crucial role in navigating the social environment that filled their lives with intellectual and creative stimulus. This opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the Hawthorne family's life, marked by both tranquility and artistic fervor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lathrop, Rose Hawthorne, 1851-1926 |
|---|---|
| Title | Memories of Hawthorne |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Novelists, American -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Family |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6926 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06926-5 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 490 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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