The Blithedale Romance by Nathaniel Hawthorne
"The Blithedale Romance" is a novel about a group of people who establish a utopian society in rural Massachusetts. The story, narrated by a man named Miles Coverdale, explores the dynamics of this community and the relationships between its members, particularly the love triangle between him, a charismatic but mysterious man, and a woman who rejects traditional gender roles. The novel delves into themes of idealism, romanticism, and the harsh realities of attempting to create a perfect society.
The 2788th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1852
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 250-300
- Words
- 69,572
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- Finest Works of Fiction (Martin Seymour-Smith and Editors)
- One Hundred Best American Novels, 1770 to 1985 (The American Scholar)
- James Baldwin, The Book Lover: A Guide to the Best Reading (1910) (Book)