"Footprints on the Sea-Shore (From "Twice Told Tales")" by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a reflective short story that uses the allegory and thoughtful writing this beloved American author is known for. The tale follows the narrator as he goes on a long, solitary walk on the beach. While strolling, he encounters crabs, seagulls, changing tides, and everything else that is associated with spending time on the coast. This peaceful backdrop allows Hawthorne to reflect on nature, beauty, and the world at large in an inviting and captivating way.