ppt课件--nathanielhawthornedarkromanticism.pptVIP

Symbolism and Figurative Language Nathaniel Hawthorne Nathaniel Hawthorne (born Nathaniel Hathorne; July 4, 1804 – May 19, 1864) was an American novelist and short story writer. Changed his last name so he would be disassociated with relatives that were involved in the Salem Witch Trials Much of Hawthornes writing centers around New England, many works featuring moral allegories with a Puritan inspiration. His fiction works are considered part of the Romantic movement and, more specifically, dark romanticism His themes often center on the inherent evil and sin of humanity, and his works of