1. To Be Evil or Not to Be
Hawthorne's profound short story is a pilgrimage to revelation for one devout Christian man; the idea that mankind, being himself, is not without sin and far from saintly perfection. ... The devil soon tells him to turn back lest his faith be harmed, but Brown unshaken, refuses. ... There are many rich biblical symbols in Hawthorne's tale. ... The cold dew that was sprinkled on his cheek symbolizes the coldness that began to grip his heart. ... There is mention of them throughout the story. ...
- Word Count: 1393
- Approx Pages: 6
- Grade Level: High School