The Gorgon's Head: (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")
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| Rating | : | 4.72 (969 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B01BFUWAKQ |
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| Number of Pages | : | 121 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A very likable retelling of a Greek classic for children Israel Drazin This is a classic Greek tale retold by a master story teller for children. The retelling is filled with subtle humor, but some of the language contains words that most young children will not know. Two things follow: This is an opportunity for parents and children to interact with parents defining the difficult words. Alternatively, this is not a book for very young children. But, the story should b
He has earned a place in history as one of the most distinguished American writers of the nineteenth century. Born in 1804, Nathaniel Hawthorne is known for his historical tales and novels about American colonial society. After publishing The Scarlet Letter in 1850, its status as an instant bestseller allowed him to earn a living
His themes often center on the inherent evil and sin of humanity, and his works often have moral messages and deep psychological complexity. A political appointment took Hawthorne and family to Europe before their return to The Wayside in 1860. As one of America’s most famous writers and novelists, Nathaniel Hawthorne needs no formal introduction. Hawthorne died on May 19, 1864, leaving behind his wife and their three children. Much of Hawthorne’s writing centers on New England, many works featuring moral allegories with a Puritan inspiration. The couple moved to The Old Manse in Concord, Massachusetts, later moving to Salem, the Berkshires, then
About the AuthorBorn in 1804, Nathaniel Hawthorne is known for his historical tales and novels about American colonial society. He has earned a place in history as one of the most distinguished American writers of the nineteenth century. Full of dark romanticism, psychological complexity, symbolism, and cautionary tales, his work is still popular today. After publishing The Scarlet Letter in 1850, its status as an instant bestseller allowed him to earn a living as a novelist.