Passages from the English Note Books of Nathaniel Hawthorne

Set in 1872, this two-volume collection features the notebooks of a key figure in the American Renaissance, known for his exploration of the darker aspects of human nature. Edited and published posthumously by his wife, the notebooks offer insights into his thoughts during his travels in America, England, France, and Italy. Renowned for classics like The Scarlet Letter, the author’s reflections reveal his literary genius and the complexities of his worldview.