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Phoebe Pyncheon

Phoebe Pyncheon is a character from Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel "The House of the Seven Gables." She is depicted as a kind, gentle, and morally upright woman who embodies warmth and compassion. Phoebe comes to live in the Pyncheon family home and tries to bring positivity and hope to the gloomy, ancestral mansion. Her character represents innocence and goodness, contrasting with the family's troubled history. Through her actions and attitude, Phoebe influences those around her, helping to heal old wounds and inspire a sense of renewal.