The Marble Faun
Or, the Romance of Monte Beni, Volumes 1-2
📘 About This Book
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
📖 Summary
This 2015 publication of Nathaniel Hawthorne's historically significant work presents the classic text as a faithful reproduction of an original library artifact. Spanning 460 pages, the book brings a foundational piece of world literature to contemporary readers while preserving the authentic look of the past. As a text recognized by scholars as culturally vital to the knowledge base of civilization, it serves not only as a literary treasure but also as a historical document complete with original library stamps, copyright notices, and marginal notations from its time spent in major archives around the world. Because it is derived directly from a historical artifact, readers experience the work in its most genuine format, retaining the slight imperfections, blurred pages, and authentic quirks of the original printing. The text falls into the public domain within the United States and various other nations, allowing it to be freely shared, studied, and appreciated by anyone interested in preserving cultural heritage. Through this careful reproduction, scholars, historians, and general readers alike can engage with the intellectual and cultural milestones of the past, viewing the physical evidence of the book's journey through generations of academic and public stewardship. The publication bridges the gap between modern availability and historical authenticity, ensuring that the foundational ideas contained within the artifact remain accessible to all who wish to explore the roots of civilization.
🎯 Key Lessons
⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Preserves the authentic look of a historical library artifact
Contains genuine library stamps and original copyright references
Freely distributable as a public domain work
Valuable for scholars and researchers interested in historical texts
⚠️ Cons
May contain missing or blurred pages from the original artifact
Features poor pictures and errant markings due to its reproduction nature
✍️ About the Author
Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) was an American novelist known for exploring themes of sin, guilt, and morality in Puritan New England, most famously in 'The Scarlet Letter' and 'The House of the Seven Gables'.
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When was this edition published? +
This edition was published in 2015.
How many pages does the book contain? +
The book contains 460 pages.
Why does the book contain library stamps and notations? +
The book is reproduced from an original artifact housed in important libraries around the world, preserving those historical marks.
Is this work protected by copyright? +
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations.
What kind of reproduction is this? +
It is a faithful reproduction of an original artifact, retaining original copyright references, notations, and potential imperfections like blurred pages.
