“Romance and poetry, ivy, lichens and wallflowers need ruin to make them grow.”
Book:The Marble Faun
Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Work
The Marble Faun
Written by Nathaniel Hawthorne, this book is a complex narrative that intertwines the lives of a group of Americans living in Rome with the mysterious and tragic story of a sculptor and his creation, a marble statue that comes to life. more
Author
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist known for his Gothic novels and romantic works. His writings often delve into themes of morality and sin, influenced by his family history and Puritan background. more
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