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The Good Witch of Salem Flies to the House of Seven Gables

The House of Seven Gables is a 1668 colonial mansion built for Captain John Turner. It became famous by Nathaniel Hawthorne’s novel, The House of Seven Gables. The home is now a museum that is open to the public.

The House of the Seven Gables was written by Nathaniel Hawthorne, an American author, in 1851. It is a fascinating story set in New England and revolves around a mysterious house with a dark past.

The story begins with an old house located in a small town. This house is called the “House of the Seven Gables” because it has seven gables or peaks on its roof. It is a gloomy and eerie-looking house that captures people's curiosity.

The house belongs to the Pyncheon family, who are descendants of a wealthy and influential man named Colonel Pyncheon. Legend has it that Colonel Pyncheon obtained the land on which the house was built by unfair means, accusing an innocent person of being a witch.

Throughout the story, the characters discover the importance of family, friendship, and bravery. With courage and determination, they succeed in lifting the family curse and bringing happiness to the house.

"The House of the Seven Gables" teaches us about the bonds of family and the power of love and forgiveness. It reminds us that no matter how dark or haunting our history may be, we have the power to create a brighter future.

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House of Seven Gables

"The House of the Seven Gables is a famous novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne, an American author, in 1851. It is a fascinating story set in New England and revolves around a mysterious house with a dark past."

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The Good Witch of Salem Coloring Book

Each page of The Good Witch of Salem’s coloring book is a tribute to the beloved children’s book, “The Good Witch of Salem”, while also showcasing iconic landmarks of Salem, MA. The imaginative designs, hand drawn by author Ashley Tina herself, are inspired by the story’s original illustrations from Suzana Svabodova.

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