John Inglefield's Thanksgiving by Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Author Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864
Title John Inglefield's Thanksgiving
(From: "The Snow Image and Other Twice-Told Tales")
Credits David Widger
Summary "John Inglefield's Thanksgiving" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a short story written in the early to mid-19th century, during the American Romantic era. This poignant tale revolves around themes of family, loss, and the struggles with guilt and redemption, capturing the essence of a Thanksgiving gathering overshadowed by grief and moral reflections. The story centers on John Inglefield, a blacksmith who, on Thanksgiving Day, shares a moment of familial warmth with his son, daughter, and former apprentice, Robert Moore, while mourning the recent loss of his wife. As the evening unfolds, John’s estranged daughter, Prudence, unexpectedly returns after a long absence filled with shame and sin. This arrival stirs mixed emotions and highlights the family's complex relationships, particularly between Prudence and her siblings. Although her presence rekindles joy and nostalgia in the family, her ultimate departure into the night reinforces the tragic grip of sin, leaving a lasting impact on those she briefly reunited with. The story concludes with reflections on the haunting nature of guilt and the enduring struggle for redemption in the face of familial love. (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. 9241
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 16, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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