The House of the Seven Gables
The House of the Seven Gables is a novel by American author Nathaniel Hawthorne. The story centers on a house with seven gables and explores themes of sin, retribution, and redemption through the intertwined fates of several families over generations.
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The House of the Seven Gables chronicles the complex relationships and conflicts between the Pyncheon and Maule families across multiple generations. The narrative begins with the decline of the Colonnade family and gradually uncovers secrets hidden within the walls of the titular house. Key characters include Phoebe Pyncheon, a kind-hearted young woman who returns to her ancestral home and interacts with other inhabitants. The novel delves deeply into human nature, reflecting on societal moral values while providing a vivid depiction of 19th-century American life.