What other dungeon is so dark as one's own heart! What jailer so in exorable as one's self!
The quote from Nathaniel Hawthorne’s "The House of the Seven Gables" reflects a profound insight into the human condition. It suggests that the greatest struggles often lie within ourselves, likening the heart to a dark dungeon. This metaphor illustrates how individuals can become their own worst enemies, battling internal demons and feelings of guilt or regret.
Hawthorne emphasizes the concept of self-imprisonment, where one's own thoughts and emotions act as rigid...
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