The Marble Faun by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The novel is a dark romantic tale set in 19th-century Italy that follows the intertwined lives of four characters: the innocent Miriam, the contemplative Kenyon, the charming Donatello, and the mysterious Hilda. As they explore art, love, and the nature of sin, a tragic event involving a mysterious crime at a Roman villa leads to a profound transformation in each of their lives. The story delves into themes of guilt, redemption, and the moral complexities of the human soul, all against the backdrop of Italy's rich cultural heritage and the enigmatic presence of the titular marble faun, a statue that symbolizes the intersection of the divine and the mortal.
The 4142nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1860
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 400-500
- Words
- 145,000
- Original Language
- English
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