The House of the Seven Gables by Nathaniel Hawthorne with an introduction by David G. Pitt 1963 Airmont Publishing Paperback, 285 pages "The House of the Seven Gables" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a Gothic novel published in 1851. The story revolves around the Pyncheon family, who live in a gloomy, ancestral mansion in Salem, Massachusetts. The plot centers on the effects of a centuries-old curse placed upon the Pyncheons by a wronged man, Matthew Maule, whose land was seized by the family. The novel explores themes of guilt, revenge, and the interplay between past and present. As the characters grapple with the legacy of the curse, they confront their own moral failings and seek redemption. The novel blends psychological depth with a haunting, atmospheric setting, revealing the impact of history on personal and family dynamics. Pages unmarked, except for a few pages with very faint highlighting. Minor wear and creasing to cover near edges, corners and spine.