The Maypole Of Merrymount: From Twice Told Tales (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258366827)

""The Maypole of Merrymount"" is a short story written by Nathaniel Hawthorne and originally published in his collection ""Twice Told Tales"". The story is set in colonial New England and centers around a group of revelers who celebrate the summer solstice by erecting a maypole and engaging in wild, pagan festivities. The leader of the group, a man named Robin, is a charismatic figure who encourages his followers to reject the strict Puritanical values of the community and embrace a more joyful, carefree way of life. However, their revelry is seen as a threat by the Puritan authorities, who view it as a challenge to their authority and a sign of moral decay. The story explores themes of freedom, rebellion, and the clash between tradition and innovation. It is a classic work of American literature and an important example of Hawthorne's literary style and themes.With Greetings For The Year 1947 To The Friends Of The Merrymount Press.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: 1258366827
ISBN-13: 9781258366827
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/09/2012
Pages: 36
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d