Nathaniel Hawthorne, the transcendental movement and The Blithedale Romance as a novelistic critique

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The paper explores the transcendental movement's historical context and its key figures, alongside Hawthorne's perspective and experiences at Brook Farm. It delves into "The Blithedale Romance," analyzing Coverdale's skepticism towards the social experiment and themes of naiveté and masquerading. Additionally, it examines the contrast between urban and natural settings, highlighting the transcendental appreciation of nature and the concepts of mesmerism and farm work. Finally, it contrasts communal versus individual self-reliance, providing a nuanced view of transcendental ideals within the narrative.