Doctor Grimshawe's Secret - Nathaniel Hawthorne - Bog

Doctor Grimshawe's Secret: A Romance is a novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne and published posthumously in 1910. The story is set in the fictional town of Newburyport, Massachusetts, and revolves around the eponymous character, Doctor Grimshawe, a wealthy and mysterious physician who is said to possess a secret that could change the course of history.The novel follows the lives of several characters who are connected to Doctor Grimshawe in various ways. There is his adopted daughter, Alice, who is in love with a young artist named Miles Coverdale. There is also a young man named Robert Hagburn, who is secretly in love with Alice and seeks to uncover the doctor's secret in order to impress her.As the story unfolds, the characters become entangled in a web of secrets, lies, and hidden desires. Doctor Grimshawe's past is revealed, as well as the true nature of his relationship with Alice. The novel also explores themes of love, betrayal, and the search for truth.Doctor Grimshawe's Secret: A Romance is considered one of Hawthorne's lesser-known works, but it is still praised for its intricate plot, vivid characters, and richly detailed setting. It is a must-read for fans of Hawthorne's other works, as well as anyone interested in classic American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.