Hawthorne and the Historical Romance of New England

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Hawthorne's romances are shaped by three central archetypes: the noble Founding Father, the narrow Puritan, and the rebellious daughter. Daniel Bell explores how these conventional figures reflect and influence Hawthorne's interpretation of New England's historical narrative, revealing the complexities of identity and morality within the region's cultural context. Through this analysis, the book delves into the interplay between character and history in Hawthorne's work.