Description
The House of the Seven Gables
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
A cornerstone of American Gothic literature, The House of the Seven Gables is a haunting tale rooted in the history, architecture, and legacy of New England. Set in a grand, decaying mansion in Salem, Massachusetts, the novel follows the troubled Pyncheon family as they grapple with inherited guilt, retribution, and the shadow of the past. Hawthorne weaves elements of witchcraft, ancestral curses, and moral reckoning into a richly atmospheric story inspired by the real-life Turner-Ingersoll Mansion—his cousin’s home in Salem.
This Seawolf Press edition features the original text and period illustrations, along with a cover design inspired by early editions. Reformatted with classic typography and careful attention to detail, it offers an immersive reading experience that captures the spirit of the 1851 publication.
An essential New England read—and a vivid glimpse into the dark beauty of Hawthorne’s imagination.
- Publisher: SeaWolf Press (August 21, 2020)
- Language: English
- Paperback: 294 pages
- Item Weight: 15.8 ounces
- Dimensions: 6 x 0.74 x 9 inches
About Seawolf Press
Seawolf Press offers a curated collection of over 400 classic literary works, many featuring original illustrations and period-appropriate cover art. The collection highlights beloved New England authors such as Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edith Wharton, and Henry David Thoreau, alongside other literary greats.
Each book is thoughtfully reformatted to reflect the experience of reading a first or early edition. These are not photocopied reprints, but carefully designed editions that preserve the original text, illustrations, and often the artwork from the book’s initial release. Fonts are chosen to echo the typographic style used more than a century ago, creating an immersive, historically authentic reading experience.
Seawolf Press classics offer an affordable way to step back in time and enjoy these masterpieces as they were meant to be read.
