A Gothic Classic for Spooky Season: The House of the Seven Gables

As the autumn nights grow longer and shadows stretch across creaking floorboards, we’re turning to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The House of the Seven Gables—a Gothic tale steeped in family secrets, ancestral guilt, and an ominous mansion that seems to breathe with its own haunted history.

Published in 1851, Hawthorne’s novel blends ghostly atmosphere with themes of inheritance, morality, and the inescapable weight of the past. Perfectly suited for the spooky season, it invites us to explore both its supernatural chills and its psychological depths.

Join us for a discussion that promises to be equal parts eerie and insightful. Whether you’re intrigued by Hawthorne’s gothic imagery, curious about the real Salem mansion that inspired the story, or simply ready for a classic that fits October’s mood, this will be a perfect read to welcome the season.

Bring your thoughts, your questions, and maybe even your own theories about the house’s lingering curse. 🕸️