From Twice Told Tales

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ISBN: 9781419121203

✍️ Nathaniel Hawthorne

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A facsimile reprint of Hawthorne's classic short story collection.

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s From Twice Told Tales offers a window into early American Gothic fiction. This edition reproduces the original text without alteration, allowing readers to experience the stories as they first appeared. The inclusion of marginalia and marks provides insight into the book’s history as an artifact. Kessinger Publishing ensures this culturally important work remains available in high quality. The collection reflects Hawthorne’s skill in blending supernatural events with moral dilemmas. Readers interested in the evolution of horror literature will find value in these early narratives. The physical condition of the book reflects its age, offering a tangible connection to the past. This edition prioritizes preservation over modernization, maintaining the integrity of the original publication.

Key Themes

Gothic fiction supernatural tales Puritan morality

Literary Context

This 2004 reprint by Kessinger Publishing preserves a nineteenth-century American literary work. It highlights the enduring relevance of Hawthorne’s stories within the broader context of gothic and supernatural fiction traditions.

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Recommended For Fans Of

H.P. Lovecraft · Edgar Allan Poe · Shirley Jackson

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Horror Fiction

🏛 Kessinger Publishing 📅 2004 📖 200 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781419121203

📝 Description: From Twice Told Tales

This volume presents a facsimile reprint of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s collection From Twice Told Tales. Published originally in the nineteenth century, this edition reproduces the text with fidelity to the source material. The publisher Kessinger Publishing released this specific version on June 17, 2004. Readers should note that due to the age of the original work, the pages may contain marks, notations, marginalia, and other imperfections inherent to antiquarian texts. Hawthorne is a significant figure in American literature known for his exploration of Puritan themes and moral complexity. This collection gathers his short stories, which often draw upon Gothic traditions and supernatural elements. The book serves as an affordable access point to these works for modern readers interested in the history of horror and gothic fiction. It suits those who appreciate historical texts and do not mind physical flaws in older editions. It may not appeal to readers seeking pristine, newly typeset volumes or those who prefer contemporary narratives over nineteenth-century prose. The text remains true to the original work, preserving its cultural importance for future generations.

💎 Our verdict on From Twice Told Tales

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Horror Reads editorial team

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This facsimile edition succeeds in its primary mission: preserving the integrity of Hawthorne’s original publication without modernization. It is an excellent resource for historians of literature and collectors who appreciate the tangible connection to antiquarian texts, including marginalia and physical imperfections that reveal the book's history. The content itself remains a masterclass in blending supernatural events with moral inquiry, showcasing Hawthorne’s skill in crafting eerie atmospheres. While it may not suit readers seeking pristine typography or contemporary pacing, it is highly recommended for those who prioritize cultural preservation and wish to experience early American Gothic fiction in its authentic, unaltered form.

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers with a scholarly interest in the genealogy of horror literature will find this volume indispensable for understanding the roots of American Gothic traditions. It appeals to those who value historical authenticity and are willing to engage with nineteenth-century prose to witness the evolution of supernatural storytelling. The collection is particularly valuable for enthusiasts of dark fantasy who wish to explore the moral dilemmas and Puritanical undercurrents that shaped early genre fiction. By preserving the original text, it offers a direct connection to the period's literary landscape, making it essential for those studying the transition from classic ghost stories to more complex psychological horror narratives.

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Horror Reads editorial team

This facsimile edition succeeds in its primary mission: preserving the integrity of Hawthorne’s original publication without modernization. It is an excellent resource for historians of literature and collectors who appreciate the tangible connection to antiquarian texts, including marginalia and physical imperfections that reveal the book's history. The content itself remains a masterclass in blending supernatural events with moral inquiry, showcasing Hawthorne’s skill in crafting eerie atmospheres. While it may not suit readers seeking pristine typography or contemporary pacing, it is highly recommended for those who prioritize cultural preservation and wish to experience early American Gothic fiction in its authentic, unaltered form.