My Kinsman Major Molineux is a short story written by Nathaniel Hawthorne. The story is set in colonial America and follows the journey of a young man named Robin as he travels to Boston to find his kinsman, Major Molineux. Along the way, Robin encounters various characters who offer him assistance, but also reveal the darker side of society.When Robin finally arrives in Boston, he discovers that Major Molineux has been publicly humiliated and tarred and feathered by the townspeople. Robin is shocked and confused by the revelation, but ultimately comes to understand the reasons behind the Major's downfall.The story explores themes of innocence, corruption, and the struggle for power in society. Hawthorne's use of symbolism and allegory adds depth to the narrative and highlights the complexities of human nature.Overall, My Kinsman Major Molineux is a thought-provoking and engaging story that offers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of colonial America.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Garden of Romance, by Nathaniel Hawthorne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766148335.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.