The Village Uncle (From "Twice Told Tales") by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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| Author | Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864 |
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| Title | The Village Uncle (From "Twice Told Tales") |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger. HTML version by Al Haines and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Village Uncle (From 'Twice Told Tales')" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a reflective work that can be categorized as a short story or narrative allegory, composed during the 19th century (Romantic era). This story captures the thoughts and memories of an old man reminiscing about his past and the beauty of family life in a small coastal village. The narrative unfolds during a Thanksgiving celebration, leading to themes of nostalgia, love, and the passage of time. In the narrative, the protagonist, an old fisherman, recalls the joy of his youth, the happiness brought by his beloved Susan, and the simple pleasures of village life. He paints a vivid picture of their quaint seaside community, its colorful inhabitants, and his experiences at sea, reflecting on the warmth of family and the wisdom of age. As he shares stories with his children gathered around a fire, he experiences a poignant awareness of life's transience, feeling both joy and sadness as he contemplates the inevitable death that approaches him. His memories serve as a treasure trove of joy, while also reminding him of the deep connections threaded through family, nature, and shared experiences. Ultimately, the protagonist's musings lead to the realization that true happiness lies in sincere affections, modest aspirations, and the loving exchange between generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Historical fiction, American |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9210 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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