| Author |
Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 |
| Title |
Old News
(From: "The Snow Image and Other Twice-Told Tales")
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
David Widger
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| Summary |
"Old News" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a reflective essay written during the late 19th century. This literary work delves into the nature of newspapers and their role in preserving history, exploring the contrast between the ephemeral nature of news and its lasting impact as a record of the past. The book examines how newspapers functioned as a mirror of society, capturing the events, thoughts, and daily lives of people long gone. In "Old News," Hawthorne contemplates the significance of old newspapers, which serve as time capsules that convey the spirit of their era. He describes vividly the social landscape of New England, detailing both mundane and extraordinary events chronicled in the press, from political debates and military exploits to the everyday dealings of its citizens. Through his observations, the author illustrates the transition from the strict Puritanical society to one increasingly influenced by wealth, fashion, and war sentiments during the 18th century. The narrative oscillates between a sense of loss for the past and an appreciation for its complexities, ultimately revealing how the legacies of those who came before continue to shape present identities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Historical fiction, American
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9239 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 16, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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