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The Marble Faun

Pages
354
Published
1888
Language
English

Synopsis

Four American friends in Rome find their lives entangled by art, culture, and a shocking crime. As they navigate the ancient city's influence on their morality, they confront guilt, passion, and the consequences of their actions. This classic novel explores the complexities of human nature against a backdrop of European grandeur.

About the author

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Nathaniel Hawthorne

Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist and short story writer. Nathaniel Hawthorne was a 19th century American novelist and short story writer. He is seen as a key figure in the development of American literature for his tales of the nation's colonial history. Shortly after graduating from Bowdoin College, Hathorne changed his name to Hawthorne. Hawthorne anonymously published his first work, a novel titled Fanshawe, in 1828. In 1837, he published Twice-Told Tales and became engaged...

Characters

Ms. DonatelloProtagonist
MiriamProtagonist
HildaSupporting
All characters in The Marble Faun