Buds and Bird Voices (From "Mosses from an Old Manse") by Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Author Hawthorne, Nathaniel, 1804-1864
Title Buds and Bird Voices (From "Mosses from an Old Manse")
Note Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits David Widger and Al Haines
Summary "Buds and Bird Voices (From 'Mosses from an Old Manse')" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a reflective essay written during the early to mid-19th century, encapsulating the themes of nature and renewal. This piece captures the essence of spring as it contrasts with the bleakness of winter, emphasizing the transformative power of the seasons and their effects on the human spirit. Hawthorne explores the beauty of nature and its ability to inspire joy, suggesting that spring brings not only physical rejuvenation to the landscape but also emotional revitalization to those who observe it. In this essay, Hawthorne vividly describes the arrival of spring, detailing the awakening of nature through imagery of blooming flowers, singing birds, and the melting snow. He reflects on the contrasting feelings of melancholy associated with the remnants of winter and the hopefulness of the season's renewal. The essay presents lively descriptions of various birds and their songs, while also contemplating the beauty and decay found in nature. Ultimately, Hawthorne asserts that spring symbolizes a time of renewal and optimism, a refreshing reminder of life's cyclical nature and the enduring spirit of hope amid the inevitable cycles of life and death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 9224
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 9, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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