The Blithedale Romance (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781494184889)

The Blithedale Romance is a novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne and was published in 1852. The story is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around a utopian community called Blithedale, located in rural Massachusetts. The protagonist, Miles Coverdale, joins the community with the intention of escaping the pressures of urban life and seeking a simpler, more meaningful existence. In Blithedale, Coverdale meets a group of like-minded people who share his desire for a utopian society. However, as the community begins to take shape, tensions arise between its members, particularly over issues of power and authority. Coverdale also finds himself drawn to two women in the community, Zenobia and Priscilla, who represent different aspects of femininity and challenge his own beliefs about love and relationships.The novel explores themes of idealism, individualism, and the pursuit of happiness. It also delves into the darker aspects of human nature, including jealousy, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. Overall, The Blithedale Romance is a complex and thought-provoking novel that offers a nuanced portrayal of utopian ideals and the challenges of creating a truly harmonious society.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1894 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne
ISBN-10: 1494184885
ISBN-13: 9781494184889
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2014
Pages: 284
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 10.6
Point Value: 16
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 52119 / Blithedale Romance