Roger Malvin's Burial
Roger Malvin's Burial
Fiction | Short Story | Adult
Book Brief
BetaShort Story • Fiction
New England • 1720s
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
"Roger Malvin's Burial" by Nathaniel Hawthorne explores guilt and unfulfilled promises through the journey of a person named Reuben Bourne, who survives a battle but grapples with his unresolved duty to bury a dying friend. Set in the aftermath of an 18th-century frontier conflict, it examines the emotional and moral consequences of Reuben's failure.
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Contemplative
Unnerving
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Review Roundup
Roger Malvin's Burial by Nathaniel Hawthorne is praised for its deep exploration of guilt and the haunting nature of promises. The story's vivid imagery and emotional depth captivate readers. However, some criticize its dense prose and slow pacing. Overall, it leaves a lasting impact with its powerful themes and moral complexity.
Who Should Read Roger Malvin's Burial?
A reader who enjoys Nathaniel Hawthorne's Roger Malvin's Burial appreciates intricate symbolic narratives, moral dilemmas, and historical settings. Fans of The Scarlet Letter or Washington Irving's works, like The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, would find the story's rich allegory and exploration of guilt and redemption compelling.
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Short Story • Fiction
New England • 1720s
Adult
18+ years
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