Passages from the English Notebooks, Volume 1. by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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"Passages from the English Notebooks, Volume 1" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a collection of personal reflections and observations written during the mid-19th century. This volume serves as a glimpse into the life of Hawthorne as he navigates his experiences while residing in England, capturing his thoughts on various subjects, from the mundane to the profound, as he comments on people around him, social situations, and the landscapes of his new environment. At
the start of the collection, Hawthorne sets the stage for his life in Liverpool after moving from America. He details his role at the Consulate, sharing earnest accounts of his interactions with visiting Americans and his impressions of the local populace. Through succinct entries, he describes the peculiarities of city life, such as domestic difficulties faced by immigrants, theatrical invitations, and the contrasts between English and American social customs. This opening portion establishes a thoughtful and observant tone, showcasing Hawthorne's incisive reflections on culture, society, and personal experiences as he seeks to reconcile his observations with his artistic sensibilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 |
|---|---|
| Title | Passages from the English Notebooks, Volume 1. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | England -- Description and travel |
| Subject | England -- Intellectual life -- 19th century |
| Subject | Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Homes and haunts -- England |
| Subject | Americans -- England -- History -- 19th century |
| Subject | Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Diaries |
| Subject | Novelists, American -- 19th century -- Diaries |
| Subject | Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 -- Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc. |
| Subject | Novelists, American -- Homes and haunts -- England |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7876 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Apr 3, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 855 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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