House of Seven Gables

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…so that we may look at it on a more thoughtful level. Through these symbols and his imagination, he also expresses to us his basic beliefs in life. Hawthorne meant to not only entertain with his writings, but also to inform if possible. This explains the extensive use of symbolism and some imagery in his work. Overall, Hawthorne did not just write a story, he wrote a classic that has stood the test of time.