The House of Hawthorne

In "The House of Hawthorne," bestselling author Erika Robuck delves into the compelling marriage of renowned novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne and artist Sophia Peabody. The narrative chronicles their passionate yet tumultuous union, shaped by Sophia's health struggles and her family's expectations, as well as the couple's shared artistic pursuits across continents. Spanning from the 1830s to the Civil War and set against a backdrop of personal and societal challenges, the story illuminates the balance between creativity and domesticity, highlighting the influence of a largely overlooked woman on a pivotal figure in American literature.