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Published in the 19th century, *Twice‑Told Tales* gathers some of Hawthorne’s most celebrated short pieces, including the eerie “The Minister’s Black Veil,” the imaginative “Dr. Heidegger’s Experiment,” and many others. The anthology showcases Hawthorne’s talent for blending moral ambiguity, natural settings, and quiet supernatural hints, all within the broader context of American cultural life. Originally released in two volumes, the stories had all been previously featured in periodicals, which explains the collection’s evocative title. The works range across a spectrum of American experiences—from rural New England life and clergy narratives to explorations of superstition and social customs—reflecting Hawthorne’s keen insight into the complexities of human nature.
First publish date: 1837
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Nathaniel Hawthorne
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