Septimius Felton, Or, The Elixir Of Life

Septimius Felton, or, the Elixir of Life

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution, "Septimius Felton" delves into the obsessive pursuit of immortality by its protagonist, Septimius Felton, a scholar consumed by the desire for an elixir of life. His relentless quest leads him down a path of self-destruction, threatening to consume not only himself but also those he cherishes. Hawthorne's masterful blend of gothic elements, romantic themes, and historical context creates a poignant and unsettling tale of ambition, love, and the ultimate futility of escaping the inevitable.

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Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Hawthorne's works belong to romanticism or, more specifically, dark romanticism, cautionary tales that suggest that guilt, sin, and evil are the most inherent natural qualities of humanity.Many of his...

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