Fire Worship (From "Mosses from an Old Manse"): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Fire Worship (From "Mosses from an Old Manse"): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Fire Worship (From "Mosses from an Old Manse") is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hawthorne, Nathaniel (1804–1864).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Fire Worship (From 'Mosses from an Old Manse')" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a short story published in 1843. Part of Hawthorne's collection *Mosses from an Old Manse*, this tale exemplifies his allegorical style and exploration of human nature's darker aspects. Like other stories in the collection, it reflects what contemporary critics described as Hawthorne's immersion in tragedy, offering moments of brightness within an overall dusky atmosphere. The work showcases the complex symbolism that later left even Hawthorne himself uncertain of his original intentions.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Fire Worship (From "Mosses from an Old Manse")
- Author credits: Hawthorne, Nathaniel (1804–1864)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
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