Nathaniel Hawthorne admits to ruining the lives of high schoolers on Family Guy

(part of my ongoing Unexpected Literary References series)

Nathaniel Hawthorne makes an appearance in the Season 11, Episode 10 Family Guy titled “Space Cadet.”

From FamilyGuy.Wikia.com: When Chris presents a poorly written presentation for class in “Space Cadet“, he complains of not being Nathaniel Hawthorne. Nathaniel Hawthorne is seen chuckling over ruining ninth grade for everyone as he writes a story.

Nathaniel Hawthorne (born Nathaniel Hathorne; July 4, 1804 – May 19, 1864) was an American novelist and short story writer. His works include The House of the Seven Gablesand The Scarlett Letter.

Here’s the clip: