Snow Flakes (From Twice Told Tales")

Snow Flakes (From Twice Told Tales")

In this excerpt from Nathaniel Hawthorne's book Snow Flakes (From Twice Told Tales), the narrator observes the beginning of a wintry storm and describes the gradual accumulation of snow. They find cheerfulness and inspiration in the atmosphere of a snowy day, and express gratitude for New England's winter. The narrator reflects on the beauty of the snow-covered landscape and the cozy atmosphere indoors, where they find inspiration for their writing. They appreciate the transitory nature of their thoughts and the contrast between the darkness outside and the glow of creativity inside. The exce...

In this excerpt from Nathaniel Hawthorne's book Snow Flakes (From Twice Told Tales), the narrator observes the beginning of a wintry storm and describes the gradual accumulation of snow. They find cheerfulness and inspiration in the atmosphere of a snowy day, and express gratitude for New England's winter. The narrator reflects on the beauty of the snow-covered landscape and the cozy atmosphere indoors, where they find inspiration for their writing. They appreciate the transitory nature of their thoughts and the contrast between the darkness outside and the glow of creativity inside. The excerpt ends with the narrator acknowledging the slow and steady progress of the storm and the transformation of the landscape into a smooth mantle of snow.

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