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The Marble Faun

Name: The Marble Faun
ISBN: 9781909904705

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Duration: 14H 16min
Language: English
Format
Category: Classics

"The Marble Faun" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a captivating exploration of art, sin, and redemption set in 19th-century Rome. Four artists—Miriam, Hilda, Kenyon, and Donatello—form a circle of friendship amidst the city's ruins and beauty. When Miriam’s mysterious past surfaces, tragedy unfolds, altering their lives forever. Donatello, reminiscent of Adam before the Fall, experiences guilt and transformation after committing a crime. Through allegorical symbolism and lush descriptions, Hawthorne examines moral dilemmas, human nature, and the impact of sin on innocence. This romantic tale weaves together mystery, love, and philosophical introspection.

Release date

Audiobook: 11 March 2025
Ebook: 15 October 2013