Nathaniel Hawthorne is very critical in a cynical manner and descriptive in detail about his colleagues in "The Custom House." He goes into grand detail about all his colleagues. Hawthorne labels some of his fellow officers in his department aged sea-captains who ended up toiling away the rest of their life lazily in the Custom House. The other officers he exclaimes were Whigs and states they were in luck that the new Surveyor was not a politician or they would be in great turmoil. But he however goes in reverse for a bit and shows some kindness stating the officers had good traits and were paternal and protective men.
Overall Hawthorne believes all the aged men in "The Custom House" should have given their place - as lazy unfit for business aged men - to well deserving and more exceptional younger men. He sees these younger men as better knowledged in politics and much more useful to serve Uncle Sam. The only person Hawthorne seems to have likeness for is the Collector whom he has a fine admiration for.
The narrator describes his Custom House colleagues as “wearisome old souls” and Salem, the town where it was located, as old and run-down. He is unrelenting on describing how they were. It seems as though the narrator didn't like the colleagues or didn't approve of their decisions, but he then later on showed that he was getting used to it. "As most of these old Custom-House officers had good traits, and as my position in reference to them, being paternal and protective, was favorable to the growth of friendly sentiments, I soon grew to like them all." Also he actually finds the collector quite interesting, and admiring." He was, in truth, a rare phenomenon; so perfect in one point of view etc....
Hawthorne's views about his Custom, House co-workers is taklted about with much sarcasim. He goes into great detail about the things that they should have been doing. In the beginning he didn't approve of their decisions but after some getting use to their blunt actions, he gave up giving a care about their actions. Allowing those who passed through to skip on paying a tax for their goods. out of everyone in the custom house, there was only on epersom that he admired; the collector. Mr, Hawthorne found him quite intersting.
At first Hawthorne was not fond of the his co-worker House but as time progressed he began to grow and appreciate them for them men they were. When the "Custom House" first started they Hawthorne stated the men as "earisome old souls". He was very sarcastic when iit came to his co-workers. But towards the end Hawthorne began to grow with the workers. He states that because of his experienced with the workers and at the Custom House he began to write again. He Describes his life in the Custom House by saying " The life in the Custom House lies like a dream behind me". This meaning he will always ways remember the house and each and everyone of his co-workers.
In the Custom House,the discussions Hawthorne has about his co workers are very sarcastic and unkind.He descibes them as lazy and beasts.His co workers felt the same way about him,as he did them.He felt as though they were wasting their time and lifes away;taking the lazy life style and road.He felt as though the aged men should have been replaced with more fresh,new,and smarter men.The only person Hawthorne sheds a light of respect towrads to was the Collector.
In the "Custom House" Nathaniel Hawthorne's views of his colleagues i would say are very sarcastic and humorous . He paints a rather vivid picture of them by showing you the bad and embarrassing situations theve been in while working at the custom house .Hawthorne talked about his co -workers as if he was writing in a secret diary not as if he was writing in a diary tht would be read by millions .
In "The Custom House" Nathaniel Hawthorne speaks his opinion about all of the men that worked with him. Hawthorne's persona generally spoke negatively about these men. He referred to them as old, decrepid, and lazy. Hawthorne suggests that these men did nothing more than eat from the hand of Uncle Sam while they gained profit from doing little to no work except for the occasional tipping back of their chairs against the wall. Although Hawthorne's persona expressed a dislike for these men, he did admit that they each had they had their share of wisdom and were like paternal figures. Hawthorne still had an overall distaste for the men that were employed beside in the Customs House.
Nathaniel Hawthorne's persona is very condescending towards his colleagues. He feels they are incompetent and lazy. He also believes that his colleagues should have been fired and replaced by younger, more deserving men. According to him, they did not deserve their jobs and were profiting from laziness.
Obviously, from Nathaniel Hawthorne's tone about his colleagues reveals that he truly doesn't favor them at all. When he speaks of them it is almost in a demeaning and sarcastic way. When he spoke of their actions, it seemed that Hawthorne did not approve of what they were doing, especially when he implied that they should have been fired and the jobs should have been given to better men than themselves.
It would not be far fetch to say that Nathaniel Hawthorne did not like his colleagues that he worked with in the "Custom House". He thought little of these people he had to spend his working time with. Hawthorne hold nothing back when diving into the characteristics and qualities he does not like in these people. He described them as being "lazy", sleeping on the job, unalert and fussy old men. During one rant about an individual he said that the man could be compared to an emotionless, cold animal, from the way he talked, down to how he ate. Although Nathaniel Hawthorne was nothing but fervent for his dislike of most of his colleagues, he showed awe to one man in particular. A former General who Hawthorne considered both brave and heroic, was the only man to whom he bestowed with any affection.
In my opinion, Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in the Custom-House reveals his arrogance and high regard of himself. Clearly, he believes himself to be superior to his counterparts. Hawthorne goes into great detail of everyone who is mentioned, disecting their behavior in order to conclude their character. He speaks with a sarcastic and cynical tongue. Hawthorne also shows his conceit when he says that he was viewed as ordinary because his co-workers did not read his examples of literary talent. His bitterness towards this is palpable throughout "The Custom-House".
In "The Custom House", Hawthorne persona use sarcasm and vivid descriptions to expose the character of his colleagues. He describes of them as lazy, old men who take action after the crime has been committed, and receive their emolument from doing no work at all (9,10). Hawthorne's persona goes as far as to compare "the father of the Custom-house"(10-12) to a pig due to his enormous appetite. The Old General is the only individual that Hawthorne's persona speaks well of due to his bravery and enduring personality. Overall, It can be plainly seen that Hawthorne is not fond of his colleagues and believes they are a waste of space, who need to be replace.
The way that Nathaniel Hawthrone was describing his co-workers was very humorous. Hawthrone dscribes them as lazy workers that never did anything but fall alsleep leaning back in their chair. At first Hawthrone didnt like them byt he grew to like them.
In "The Custom House" Hawthorne's persona discusses his colleagues in a very blunt and condescending manner. He thinks that the old men are lazy and incompetent. "They ought to have given [their] place to younger men, more orthodox in politics, and altogether fitter than themselves to serve our common Uncle"(page 9). Hawthorne's persona also find the old men to be a nuisance and a waste of salary, since all they do is come to work and sleep.
Hawthorne sees his peers as lazy men, who spend their time laying on the back legs of their chairs, instead of working and without much knowledge accommodating their cranium space. Hawthorne tone is full of sarcasm and pity for majority of the people that inherit the custom house. He watches them as they take action only after damage has been done and expect to be praised.
Nathaniel Hawthorne is very blunt about his opinions of his co-workers. He describes most of them as lazy men who most of the time sit at work and do nothing. He belives most of them should have already been fired if it were not for their connections with the government. He is not afraid to uncover how the workers really spend their time in the Custom House. Howver he does have respect for some of his coworkers. For exampl, the "old gallant" and the inspector. He describes how he views them with respect and interest. Apart from that, Hawthorne does not enjoy working with the rest of his peers.
Hawthorne's persona had very strong opinions about his colleagues at the Custom House. While some of the things may have been somewhat harsh, I believe his descriptions of the men were vivid and informative. He mostly depicts his colleagues as lazy and a sort-of "lost cause", but in reality those are the types of employees one finds in today's working society. He speaks of them as if they're just dirt bags waiting for their checks every week, creating a mental picture that was great to read about but also a good opposing view on "the working man" that I may take with me when I begin to work and perhaps see the same thing.
Hawthorne speaks of his colleagues in a vastly censorious and distinctive manner. He states that if he characterizes them generally as a set of vexatious old souls, who had gathered nothing worth preservation from their varied experience of life, so therefore no wrong would be done(Hawthorne 10). He says they seem to have thrown away all of the golden grains of practical wisdom(Hawthorne 10). When he was introduced to these gentlemen, he knew the moment he saw them that they would be inconsequential in assisting him with difficult responsibilities. I believe most of Hawthorne's colleagues were no help. Hawthorne is pretty much saying that though the older men have acquired experience throughout the years they have chosen not to utilizes the knowledge and younger men would be more useful.
Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", tell a great deal about his attitude towards others. He describes most of the men he works with as worthless and lazy. Hawthorne clearly had a strong dislike towards these men because he feels they spend time doing the total opposite of their jobs. His harsh and blunt statements tell exactly how he feels about each person he works with.
In "The Custom House" Hawthorne discusses his co-workers qualities, and the lack of work they contribute into the Custom house. He describes most of them as being lazy, beast-like, and unfit for their positions. Although he he goes on with a sarcastic and critical tone for his colleagues, Hawthorne reveals remorse and the good traits in them. One of them, The Collector, Hawthorne had respected the most.
My opinion about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in the Custom-House is that it was overly critical and sarcastic much. He describes the co-workers as worthless and lazy people. The Collector was one of the only people who he somewhat respected. Hawthorne made it seem as if they did absolutely nothing worthy of his approval.
Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his fellow coworkers tells of how he feels. He gives off a cynical, sarcastic, and demeaning tone within his writing. Hawthorne sees the men working at the Custom House as lethargic, apathetic, and incompetent fools who do nothing all day but sit around and lean back against the wall in their chairs, profiting from doing nothing.
In Anthony Burrell's blog about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues, he states, "Hawthorne's persona generally spoke negatively about these men. He referred to them as old, decrepid, and lazy". This proves true as Nathaniel Hawthorne describes the characteristics and traits of his fellow coworkers. The author depicts his colleagues as lethargic, worthless, and a waste of space. Hawthorne portrays the officers of the Custom House as obtuse and narrow minded.
In Scarlett Garcia’s blog about her opinion regarding Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House”, she states, “Hawthorne sees the men working at the Custom House as lethargic, apathetic, and incompetent fools who do nothing all day…, profiting from doing nothing”. This proves true when one considers Hawthorne's tone throughout much of “The Custom House", which was undeniably condescending and ridiculing in regards to the custom workers.
In Yourisha's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, “When he spoke of their actions, it seemed that Hawthorne did not approve of what they were doing, especially when he implied that they should have been fired and the jobs should have been given to better men than themselves." This proves true when one considers the ways in which Nathaniel Hawthorne criticized the work of the employees of the Custom House. The "compliments" that were given to the men of the Custom House by Mr. Hawthorne were out of sarcasm instead of generosity.
In Krystal Williams blog regarding Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states,"The way that Nathaniel Hawthrone was describing his co-workers was very humorous". This proves true when one takes into consideration how he bashes the work of the employees at the Custom House. He views the men at the Custom House as incompetent and worthless. When he gives them "compliments" he is being sarcastic; lying to them.
Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House," tells a great deal about how he feel about others. Hawthorne describes his colleagues in great detail in a sarcastic and cruel manner in "The Custom House." Hawthorne explains to the reader that the men have an obtuseness, worthlessness, and are completely lazy. Hawthorne clearly dislikes the men and thinks they are profiting for doing nothing.
Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", tells a great deal about how he feel about others. Hawthorne describes his colleagues in great detail in a sarcastic and cruel manner in "The Custom House." Hawthorne explains to the reader that the men have an obtuseness, worthlessness, and are completely lazy. Hawthorne clearly dislikes the men and thinks they are profiting for doing nothing.
In Anthony Burrell’s blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", he states “Hawthorne’s persona generally spoke negatively about the men, he referred to them as old, decrepit, and lazy.” Although Hawthorne's persona expressed a dislike for these men, he did admit that they each had their share of wisdom and were like paternal figures. This proves true when one considers how Hawthorne felt about most of the men in the “Custom House”. As stated by Hawthorne in the essay, "Most of these old Custom-House officers had good traits, and as my position in reference to them, being paternal and protective, was favorable to the growth of friendly sentiments. I soon grew to like them all." Also, he actually finds the collector quite interesting, and admiring."
In Tia's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House," she states, "Hawthorne's views about his Custom,[SIC] House co-workers is taklted[SIC] talked about with much sarcasim[SIC} sarcasm." This proves true when one consider the diction Hawthorne uses to describe each colleague. He describes one as being on all fours, which is like calling him an animal. Hawthorne's writing about his colleagues is filled with sarcasm and portrays men that are lifeless.
In Laelda Desir’s blog about understanding other cultures, she states, “Hawthorne’s discussion about his co-workers in the Custom House is very critical and sarcastic.” One would consider this true because Hawthorne did not associate with his workers often. He also inferred that they were lazy, only good for taking long naps by the dock, and waking up to share brief tales among themselves.
In Laelda Desir's blog about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in “The Custom House”, she states, “He is not very fond of many of his co-workers. He either describes them as beasts, lackadaisical, and rather dim-witted. “This proves true when one considers that during Nathaniel Hawthorne's time working at "The Custom House” he spent a majority of his time complaining about the characteristics of his colleagues.
In Laelda Desir's blog about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in “The Custom House”, she states, “He is not very fond of many of his co-workers.” This proves true. Hawthorne reveals in his work that he does not like the people he works with. He describes them as describes them as seeming “…to have flung away all the golden grain of practical wisdom"(pg 10).
In Janine Alexander's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, "In ‘The Custom House’ Hawthorne's persona discusses his colleagues in a very blunt and condescending manner”. This proves true because of the sarcasm he uses to describe his colleagues and the clear absence of acknowledging them. Hawthorne describes them as "animals", that they can merely be classified as organisms that walk on two legs. Hawthorne also exhibits that he feels his colleagues are lazy, dim-witted, and a waste of precious space.
In Bernard’s blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues, he states that, "The narrator describes his Custom House colleagues as “wearisome old souls” and Salem, the town where it was located, as old and run-down." This proves true when one considers the tone used to describe the colleagues in "The Custom House." Nathaniel Hawthorne describes each of his colleagues with pure sarcasm and indifference. He either describes them as non-educated individuals or individuals who do not have a plans for the future. However, Nathaniel Hawthorne prescribes readers with some positives of the gentlemen he worked with. He states that they maintain many useful traits and admired the collector. Overall, Nathaniel Hawthorne provides more negative than positive details about his colleagues.
In Alexis’s blog addressing her opinion of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s discussion of his colleagues in “The Custom House” she states, “At first Hawthorne was not fond of his co-workers at the Custom-House but as time progressed he began to grow and appreciate them for them men they were” [SIC]. This proves true when one considers his outlook of his colleagues in “The Custom House”. He views them as lazy and incompetent but still feels that they had good traits about them and took a particular interest in one man, the old general, even going as far as saying he had “noble and heroic” qualities.
In Colleen's blog addressing her opinions about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, "Nathaniel Hawthorne is very critical in a cynical manner and descriptive in detail about his colleagues in "The Custom House". This proves true when one considers Nathaniel Hawthorne spitting out every detail about his co-workers not feeling at least one pinch of sympathy for them. For instance, he tells how he think his co-workers have wasted their lives working in the Custom House and refers to them as old and lazy.
In Scarlett Garcia's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states,"He gives off a cynical, sarcastic, and demeaning tone within his writing." This proves true when one considers the emptiness and loneliness of these old people that do nothing but sit back and lean against the wall. Hawthorne has great dislike for his colleagues in "The Custom House" because he feels that they just sit around and gossip about old time jokes instead of doing their jobs. Hawthorne says the only person that he ever conversant with would be the collector because of his knowledge on literacy.
In Laelda Desir’s blog addressing understanding other cultures, she states, “Hawthorne’s discussion about his co-workers in the Custom House is very critical and sarcastic.” This proves true when one considers how Nathaniel Hawthorne described them. How often described his co-workers in a way that seemed to make them have a lower intellect then himself.
In Yourisha Wims blog addressing her opinions on Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states “ Obviously, from Nathaniel Hawthorne's tone about his colleagues reveals that he truly doesn't favor them at all. This proves true when one understands how Hawthorne speaks of them. He speaks of them in a demeaning and sarcastic form. He disapproves of their actions and feels as if they are not even suitable for a custom house job.
In Laelda Desir's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, "He is not very fond of many of his co-workers. He either describes them as beasts, lackadaisical, and rather dim-witted". This proves true when one acknowledges the grand detail the author provides about all his colleagues. Hawthorne labels some of his fellow officers in his department aged sea-captains who ended up toiling away the rest of their life lazily in the Custom House.
Nathaniel Hawthorne is very critical in a cynical manner and descriptive in detail about his colleagues in "The Custom House." He goes into grand detail about all his colleagues. Hawthorne labels some of his fellow officers in his department aged sea-captains who ended up toiling away the rest of their life lazily in the Custom House. The other officers he exclaimes were Whigs and states they were in luck that the new Surveyor was not a politician or they would be in great turmoil. But he however goes in reverse for a bit and shows some kindness stating the officers had good traits and were paternal and protective men.
ReplyDeleteOverall Hawthorne believes all the aged men in "The Custom House" should have given their place - as lazy unfit for business aged men - to well deserving and more exceptional younger men. He sees these younger men as better knowledged in politics and much more useful to serve Uncle Sam. The only person Hawthorne seems to have likeness for is the Collector whom he has a fine admiration for.
The narrator describes his Custom House colleagues as “wearisome old souls” and Salem, the town where it was located, as old and run-down. He is unrelenting on describing how they were. It seems as though the narrator didn't like the colleagues or didn't approve of their decisions, but he then later on showed that he was getting used to it. "As most of these old Custom-House officers had good traits, and as my position in reference to them, being paternal and protective, was favorable to the growth of friendly sentiments, I soon grew to like them all." Also he actually finds the collector quite interesting, and admiring." He was, in truth, a rare phenomenon; so perfect in one point of view etc....
ReplyDeleteHawthorne's views about his Custom, House co-workers is taklted about with much sarcasim. He goes into great detail about the things that they should have been doing. In the beginning he didn't approve of their decisions but after some getting use to their blunt actions, he gave up giving a care about their actions. Allowing those who passed through to skip on paying a tax for their goods. out of everyone in the custom house, there was only on epersom that he admired; the collector. Mr, Hawthorne found him quite intersting.
ReplyDeleteAt first Hawthorne was not fond of the his co-worker House but as time progressed he began to grow and appreciate them for them men they were. When the "Custom House" first started they Hawthorne stated the men as "earisome old souls". He was very sarcastic when iit came to his co-workers. But towards the end Hawthorne began to grow with the workers. He states that because of his experienced with the workers and at the Custom House he began to write again. He Describes his life in the Custom House by saying " The life in the Custom House lies like a dream behind me". This meaning he will always ways remember the house and each and everyone of his co-workers.
ReplyDeleteIn the Custom House,the discussions Hawthorne has about his co workers are very sarcastic and unkind.He descibes them as lazy and beasts.His co workers felt the same way about him,as he did them.He felt as though they were wasting their time and lifes away;taking the lazy life style and road.He felt as though the aged men should have been replaced with more fresh,new,and smarter men.The only person Hawthorne sheds a light of respect towrads to was the Collector.
ReplyDeleteIn the "Custom House" Nathaniel Hawthorne's views of his colleagues i would say are very sarcastic and humorous . He paints a rather vivid picture of them by showing you the bad and embarrassing situations theve been in while working at the custom house .Hawthorne talked about his co -workers as if he was writing in a secret diary not as if he was writing in a diary tht would be read by millions .
ReplyDeleteIn "The Custom House" Nathaniel Hawthorne speaks his opinion about all of the men that worked with him. Hawthorne's persona generally spoke negatively about these men. He referred to them as old, decrepid, and lazy. Hawthorne suggests that these men did nothing more than eat from the hand of Uncle Sam while they gained profit from doing little to no work except for the occasional tipping back of their chairs against the wall. Although Hawthorne's persona expressed a dislike for these men, he did admit that they each had they had their share of wisdom and were like paternal figures. Hawthorne still had an overall distaste for the men that were employed beside in the Customs House.
ReplyDeleteNathaniel Hawthorne's persona is very condescending towards his colleagues. He feels they are incompetent and lazy. He also believes that his colleagues should have been fired and replaced by younger, more deserving men. According to him, they did not deserve their jobs and were profiting from laziness.
ReplyDeleteObviously, from Nathaniel Hawthorne's tone about his colleagues reveals that he truly doesn't favor them at all. When he speaks of them it is almost in a demeaning and sarcastic way. When he spoke of their actions, it seemed that Hawthorne did not approve of what they were doing, especially when he implied that they should have been fired and the jobs should have been given to better men than themselves.
ReplyDeleteIt would not be far fetch to say that Nathaniel Hawthorne did not like his colleagues that he worked with in the "Custom House". He thought little of these people he had to spend his working time with. Hawthorne hold nothing back when diving into the characteristics and qualities he does not like in these people. He described them as being "lazy", sleeping on the job, unalert and fussy old men. During one rant about an individual he said that the man could be compared to an emotionless, cold animal, from the way he talked, down to how he ate. Although Nathaniel Hawthorne was nothing but fervent for his dislike of most of his colleagues, he showed awe to one man in particular. A former General who Hawthorne considered both brave and heroic, was the only man to whom he bestowed with any affection.
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ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in the Custom-House reveals his arrogance and high regard of himself. Clearly, he believes himself to be superior to his counterparts. Hawthorne goes into great detail of everyone who is mentioned, disecting their behavior in order to conclude their character. He speaks with a sarcastic and cynical tongue. Hawthorne also shows his conceit when he says that he was viewed as ordinary because his co-workers did not read his examples of literary talent. His bitterness towards this is palpable throughout "The Custom-House".
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ReplyDeleteIn "The Custom House", Hawthorne persona use sarcasm and vivid descriptions to expose the character of his colleagues. He describes of them as lazy, old men who take action after the crime has been committed, and receive their emolument from doing no work at all (9,10). Hawthorne's persona goes as far as to compare "the father of the Custom-house"(10-12) to a pig due to his enormous appetite. The Old General is the only individual that Hawthorne's persona speaks well of due to his bravery and enduring personality. Overall, It can be plainly seen that Hawthorne is not fond of his colleagues and believes they are a waste of space, who need to be replace.
ReplyDeleteThe way that Nathaniel Hawthrone was describing his co-workers was very humorous. Hawthrone dscribes them as lazy workers that never did anything but fall alsleep leaning back in their chair. At first Hawthrone didnt like them byt he grew to like them.
ReplyDeleteIn "The Custom House" Hawthorne's persona discusses his colleagues in a very blunt and condescending manner. He thinks that the old men are lazy and incompetent. "They ought to have given [their] place to younger men, more orthodox in politics, and altogether fitter than themselves to serve our common Uncle"(page 9). Hawthorne's persona also find the old men to be a nuisance and a waste of salary, since all they do is come to work and sleep.
ReplyDeleteHawthorne sees his peers as lazy men, who spend their time laying on the back legs of their chairs, instead of working and without much knowledge accommodating their cranium space. Hawthorne tone is full of sarcasm and pity for majority of the people that inherit the custom house. He watches them as they take action only after damage has been done and expect to be praised.
ReplyDeleteNathaniel Hawthorne is very blunt about his opinions of his co-workers. He describes most of them as lazy men who most of the time sit at work and do nothing. He belives most of them should have already been fired if it were not for their connections with the government. He is not afraid to uncover how the workers really spend their time in the Custom House. Howver he does have respect for some of his coworkers. For exampl, the "old gallant" and the inspector. He describes how he views them with respect and interest. Apart from that, Hawthorne does not enjoy working with the rest of his peers.
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ReplyDeleteHawthorne's persona had very strong opinions about his colleagues at the Custom House. While some of the things may have been somewhat harsh, I believe his descriptions of the men were vivid and informative. He mostly depicts his colleagues as lazy and a sort-of "lost cause", but in reality those are the types of employees one finds in today's working society. He speaks of them as if they're just dirt bags waiting for their checks every week, creating a mental picture that was great to read about but also a good opposing view on "the working man" that I may take with me when I begin to work and perhaps see the same thing.
ReplyDeleteHawthorne speaks of his colleagues in a vastly censorious and distinctive manner. He states that if he characterizes them generally as a set of vexatious old souls, who had gathered nothing worth preservation from their varied experience of life, so therefore no wrong would be done(Hawthorne 10). He says they seem to have thrown away all of the golden grains of practical wisdom(Hawthorne 10). When he was introduced to these gentlemen, he knew the moment he saw them that they would be inconsequential in assisting him with difficult responsibilities. I believe most of Hawthorne's colleagues were no help. Hawthorne is pretty much saying that though the older men have acquired experience throughout the years they have chosen not to utilizes the knowledge and younger men would be more useful.
ReplyDeleteNathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", tell a great deal about his attitude towards others. He describes most of the men he works with as worthless and lazy. Hawthorne clearly had a strong dislike towards these men because he feels they spend time doing the total opposite of their jobs. His harsh and blunt statements tell exactly how he feels about each person he works with.
ReplyDeleteIn "The Custom House" Hawthorne discusses his co-workers qualities, and the lack of work they contribute into the Custom house. He describes most of them as being lazy, beast-like, and unfit for their positions. Although he he goes on with a sarcastic and critical tone for his colleagues, Hawthorne reveals remorse and the good traits in them. One of them, The Collector, Hawthorne had respected the most.
ReplyDeleteMy opinion about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in the Custom-House is that it was overly critical and sarcastic much. He describes the co-workers as worthless and lazy people. The Collector was one of the only people who he somewhat respected. Hawthorne made it seem as if they did absolutely nothing worthy of his approval.
ReplyDeleteNathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his fellow coworkers tells of how he feels. He gives off a cynical, sarcastic, and demeaning tone within his writing. Hawthorne sees the men working at the Custom House as lethargic, apathetic, and incompetent fools who do nothing all day but sit around and lean back against the wall in their chairs, profiting from doing nothing.
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ReplyDeleteIn Anthony Burrell's blog about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues, he states, "Hawthorne's persona generally spoke negatively about these men. He referred to them as old, decrepid, and lazy". This proves true as Nathaniel Hawthorne describes the characteristics and traits of his fellow coworkers. The author depicts his colleagues as lethargic, worthless, and a waste of space. Hawthorne portrays the officers of the Custom House as obtuse and narrow minded.
In Scarlett Garcia’s blog about her opinion regarding Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House”, she states, “Hawthorne sees the men working at the Custom House as lethargic, apathetic, and incompetent fools who do nothing all day…, profiting from doing nothing”. This proves true when one considers Hawthorne's tone throughout much of “The Custom House", which was undeniably condescending and ridiculing in regards to the custom workers.
ReplyDeleteIn Yourisha's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, “When he spoke of their actions, it seemed that Hawthorne did not approve of what they were doing, especially when he implied that they should have been fired and the jobs should have been given to better men than themselves." This proves true when one considers the ways in which Nathaniel Hawthorne criticized the work of the employees of the Custom House. The "compliments" that were given to the men of the Custom House by Mr. Hawthorne were out of sarcasm instead of generosity.
ReplyDeleteIn Krystal Williams blog regarding Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states,"The way that Nathaniel Hawthrone was describing his co-workers was very humorous". This proves true when one takes into consideration how he bashes the work of the employees at the Custom House. He views the men at the Custom House as incompetent and worthless. When he gives them "compliments" he is being sarcastic; lying to them.
ReplyDeleteNathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House," tells a great deal about how he feel about others. Hawthorne describes his colleagues in great detail in a sarcastic and cruel manner in "The Custom House." Hawthorne explains to the reader that the men have an obtuseness, worthlessness, and are completely lazy. Hawthorne clearly dislikes the men and thinks they are profiting for doing nothing.
ReplyDeleteNathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", tells a great deal about how he feel about others. Hawthorne describes his colleagues in great detail in a sarcastic and cruel manner in "The Custom House." Hawthorne explains to the reader that the men have an obtuseness, worthlessness, and are completely lazy. Hawthorne clearly dislikes the men and thinks they are profiting for doing nothing.
ReplyDeleteIn Anthony Burrell’s blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", he states “Hawthorne’s persona generally spoke negatively about the men, he referred to them as old, decrepit, and lazy.” Although Hawthorne's persona expressed a dislike for these men, he did admit that they each had their share of wisdom and were like paternal figures. This proves true when one considers how Hawthorne felt about most of the men in the “Custom House”. As stated by Hawthorne in the essay, "Most of these old Custom-House officers had good traits, and as my position in reference to them, being paternal and protective, was favorable to the growth of friendly sentiments. I soon grew to like them all." Also, he actually finds the collector quite interesting, and admiring."
ReplyDeleteIn Tia's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House," she states, "Hawthorne's views about his Custom,[SIC] House co-workers is taklted[SIC] talked about with much sarcasim[SIC} sarcasm." This proves true when one consider the diction Hawthorne uses to describe each colleague. He describes one as being on all fours, which is like calling him an animal. Hawthorne's writing about his colleagues is filled with sarcasm and portrays men that are lifeless.
ReplyDeleteIn Laelda Desir’s blog about understanding other cultures, she states, “Hawthorne’s discussion about his co-workers in the Custom House is very critical and sarcastic.” One would consider this true because Hawthorne did not associate with his workers often. He also inferred that they were lazy, only good for taking long naps by the dock, and waking up to share brief tales among themselves.
ReplyDeleteIn Laelda Desir's blog about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in “The Custom House”, she states, “He is not very fond of many of his co-workers. He either describes them as beasts, lackadaisical, and rather dim-witted. “This proves true when one considers that during Nathaniel Hawthorne's time working at "The Custom House” he spent a majority of his time complaining about the characteristics of his colleagues.
ReplyDeleteIn Laelda Desir's blog about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in “The Custom House”, she states, “He is not very fond of many of his co-workers.” This proves true. Hawthorne reveals in his work that he does not like the people he works with. He describes them as describes them as seeming “…to have flung away all the golden grain of practical wisdom"(pg 10).
ReplyDeleteIn Janine Alexander's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, "In ‘The Custom House’ Hawthorne's persona discusses his colleagues in a very blunt and condescending manner”. This proves true because of the sarcasm he uses to describe his colleagues and the clear absence of acknowledging them. Hawthorne describes them as "animals", that they can merely be classified as organisms that walk on two legs. Hawthorne also exhibits that he feels his colleagues are lazy, dim-witted, and a waste of precious space.
ReplyDeleteIn Bernard’s blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues, he states that, "The narrator describes his Custom House colleagues as “wearisome old souls” and Salem, the town where it was located, as old and run-down." This proves true when one considers the tone used to describe the colleagues in "The Custom House." Nathaniel Hawthorne describes each of his colleagues with pure sarcasm and indifference. He either describes them as non-educated individuals or individuals who do not have a plans for the future. However, Nathaniel Hawthorne prescribes readers with some positives of the gentlemen he worked with. He states that they maintain many useful traits and admired the collector. Overall, Nathaniel Hawthorne provides more negative than positive details about his colleagues.
ReplyDeleteIn Alexis’s blog addressing her opinion of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s discussion of his colleagues in “The Custom House” she states, “At first Hawthorne was not fond of his co-workers at the Custom-House but as time progressed he began to grow and appreciate them for them men they were” [SIC]. This proves true when one considers his outlook of his colleagues in “The Custom House”. He views them as lazy and incompetent but still feels that they had good traits about them and took a particular interest in one man, the old general, even going as far as saying he had “noble and heroic” qualities.
ReplyDeleteIn Colleen's blog addressing her opinions about Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, "Nathaniel Hawthorne is very critical in a cynical manner and descriptive in detail about his colleagues in "The Custom House". This proves true when one considers Nathaniel Hawthorne spitting out every detail about his co-workers not feeling at least one pinch of sympathy for them. For instance, he tells how he think his co-workers have wasted their lives working in the Custom House and refers to them as old and lazy.
ReplyDeleteIn Scarlett Garcia's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states,"He gives off a cynical, sarcastic, and demeaning tone within his writing." This proves true when one considers the emptiness and loneliness of these old people that do nothing but sit back and lean against the wall. Hawthorne has great dislike for his colleagues in "The Custom House" because he feels that they just sit around and gossip about old time jokes instead of doing their jobs. Hawthorne says the only person that he ever conversant with would be the collector because of his knowledge on literacy.
ReplyDeleteIn Laelda Desir’s blog addressing understanding other cultures, she states, “Hawthorne’s discussion about his co-workers in the Custom House is very critical and sarcastic.” This proves true when one considers how Nathaniel Hawthorne described them. How often described his co-workers in a way that seemed to make them have a lower intellect then himself.
ReplyDeleteIn Yourisha Wims blog addressing her opinions on Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states “ Obviously, from Nathaniel Hawthorne's tone about his colleagues reveals that he truly doesn't favor them at all. This proves true when one understands how Hawthorne speaks of them. He speaks of them in a demeaning and sarcastic form. He disapproves of their actions and feels as if they are not even suitable for a custom house job.
ReplyDeleteIn Laelda Desir's blog addressing Nathaniel Hawthorne's discussion of his colleagues in "The Custom House", she states, "He is not very fond of many of his co-workers. He either describes them as beasts, lackadaisical, and rather dim-witted". This proves true when one acknowledges the grand detail the author provides about all his colleagues. Hawthorne labels some of his fellow officers in his department aged sea-captains who ended up toiling away the rest of their life lazily in the Custom House.
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