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The Blithedale Romance
EAN : 9791041804405
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041804405
Paru le : 9 juin 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041804405
- Réf. fournisseur : 292523
- Date Parution : 9 juin 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 280
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:15 mm
- Poids : 366gr
- Résumé : "The Blithedale Romance" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a novel that explores the complexities of human nature and the challenges of utopian ideals. Set in the fictional Blithedale community, the story is narrated by Miles Coverdale, a poet who joins a group of individuals seeking to create a new society based on equality and shared labor. The narrative begins with Coverdale's encounter with an enigmatic man named Old Moodie and his subsequent journey to Blithedale, where he meets a diverse cast of characters, including the charismatic Zenobia, the mysterious Priscilla, and the intense reformer Hollingsworth. As the community members strive to live out their ideals, personal conflicts and hidden motives begin to surface. Zenobia, a strong and independent woman, becomes a central figure in the community, admired for her beauty and intellect. Priscilla, a fragile and enigmatic young woman, arrives at Blithedale under mysterious circumstances, seeking refuge and connection. Hollingsworth, driven by his singular aim of reforming criminals, becomes a polarizing figure, challenging the group's unity with his unwavering focus on his cause. The novel delves into themes of idealism, individualism, and the often unattainable nature of utopian dreams. Hawthorne examines the tension between personal desires and communal goals, highlighting the inherent flaws and contradictions in human nature. As the story unfolds, the characters' relationships become increasingly complex, revealing the limitations of their aspirations and the inevitable disillusionment that follows. Through its rich character development and exploration of philosophical themes, "The Blithedale Romance" offers a poignant critique of the 19th-century transcendentalist movement and its pursuit of a perfect society. Hawthorne's narrative ultimately suggests that while the quest for a better world is noble, it is fraught with challenges that stem from the very nature of humanity itself.
- Biographie : Maître américain du « gothique provincial », Nathaniel Hawthorne est né à Salem, Massachusetts, en 1804. Il a connu la gloire avec La Lettre écarlate (1850). Suivront des chef-d'œuvres tels que La Maison aux sept pignons (1851), Valjoie (1852) ou encore Le Faune de marbre (1860). Il meurt en 1864 à Plymouth dans le New Hampshire.
