Great Short Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne – Nathaniel Hawthorne (Edited by Frederick C. Crews)

Title: Great Short Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne
Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne (Edited by Frederick C. Crews)
Publisher: Barnes & Noble Books
Edition: 1992
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 370
Size: 5.5 in x 8 in

This Barnes & Noble 1992 hardcover edition of Great Short Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne is a remarkable compilation that immerses readers in the brilliance of one of the great masters of 19th-century American fiction. Edited by the distinguished literary scholar Frederick C. Crews, this collection brings together Hawthorne’s most celebrated short stories, each a reflection of his deep moral insight, dark imagination, and profound understanding of the human condition.

Across 370 pages, readers encounter tales that delve into the complexities of guilt, faith, love, and sin — themes that define Hawthorne’s enduring legacy. His stories, rich with symbolism and gothic undertones, capture the essence of American Romanticism and explore the moral struggles that lie beneath the surface of everyday life. Works such as The Birthmark, Rappaccini’s Daughter, and Young Goodman Brown reveal Hawthorne’s fascination with the conflict between purity and corruption, innocence and knowledge, salvation and downfall.

This edition not only preserves the literary artistry of Hawthorne’s prose but also includes insightful commentary and editorial context by Frederick C. Crews, enhancing the reading experience for both scholars and enthusiasts. The 5.5 x 8-inch hardcover format offers a durable and elegant presentation, ideal for collectors and readers who appreciate finely produced classics.

Perfect for students of literature, historians, and lovers of timeless storytelling, Great Short Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne serves as both a gateway into Hawthorne’s world and a cornerstone of American literary heritage. It remains an essential volume for any serious collection of classic literature.