The Hall of Fantasy (From "Mosses from an Old Manse") by Nathaniel Hawthorne

"The Hall of Fantasy (From 'Mosses from an Old Manse')" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a short story published in 1843. Originally appearing as part of Hawthorne's acclaimed collection, this tale exemplifies his signature allegorical style and exploration of human nature's darker aspects. Like other works in "Mosses from an Old Manse," it weaves together elements of fantasy and moral inquiry. The story reflects Hawthorne's complex philosophical vision, where bright moments edge against deeper shadows—a characteristic that captivated readers and fellow writers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864
Title The Hall of Fantasy (From "Mosses from an Old Manse")
Note Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mosses_from_an_Old_Manse
Credits David Widger and Al Haines
Reading Level Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 9226
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 9, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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