{"product_id":"my-dear-sister-nathaniel-hawthorne-and-his-sisters-9781952430992","title":"My Dear Sister: Nathaniel Hawthorne and His Sisters","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn early 19th century Salem, Massachusetts, Nathaniel Hawthorne was born into a family burdened by the sins of his ancestors, including the persecution of Quakers and involvement in the Salem witch trials. This dark legacy fueled his fascination with guilt, sin, and redemption, themes that would later define his literary work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in a household filled with strong-willed personalities, Nathaniel found solace in his bond with his sisters, Elizabeth and Maria Louisa. Elizabeth, the sharp-tongued intellectual, shared his love for literature and became his confidante and collaborator. Maria Louisa, the cheerful younger sister, brought light to his often melancholic world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Nathaniel pursued his literary ambitions, his sisters remained steadfast companions. Elizabeth's critical eye shaped his writing, while Maria Louisa's unwavering belief in her brother fueled his determination. However, their close bond was tested when Nathaniel fell in love with Sophia Peabody, creating tension within the family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy Dear Sister explores the complexities of Nathaniel Hawthorne's relationships with his sisters and the profound impact they had on his life and career. Through letters, journals, and recollections, this book paints a vivid portrait of a family bound by love, loyalty, and the pursuit of creative fulfillment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-3654869\"\u003eKris A. Hansen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Mountain Ash Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/14\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 364\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.02lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.81d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781952430992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1952430992\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-BIO\"\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Autobiography\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-BIO007000\"\u003eLiterary Figures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-HIS\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-HIS036040\"\u003eUnited States | 19th Century\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Mountain Ash Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48457181987053,"sku":"9781952430992","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/files\/img_06b6e4e9-9b09-4828-aa30-84e7035c1fc4.jpg?v=1753577393","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/my-dear-sister-nathaniel-hawthorne-and-his-sisters-9781952430992","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}