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The Scarlet Letter

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Set in 17th century Boston, the narrative follows Hester Prynne, a woman ostracized for adultery, forced to wear a scarlet letter "A" as punishment. Raising her daughter Pearl alone, Hester grapples with the consequences of her actions in a society governed by strict puritanical morals. The novel delves into themes of sin, guilt, and societal control, offering a poignant critique of early colonial life. Through Hester's struggles, Hawthorne crafts a powerful exploration of morality and the human condition in a repressive environment.

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Language
English
Publisher
Digireads.com
Released
2018
Format
Paperback
Pages
168
ISBN13
9781420959239
First published
1850
Original title
The Scarlet Letter
Rating
3.45 out of 5
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Set in 17th century Boston, the narrative follows Hester Prynne, a woman ostracized for adultery, forced to wear a scarlet letter "A" as punishment. Raising her daughter Pearl alone, Hester grapples with the consequences of her actions in a society governed by strict puritanical morals. The novel delves into themes of sin, guilt, and societal control, offering a poignant critique of early colonial life. Through Hester's struggles, Hawthorne crafts a powerful exploration of morality and the human condition in a repressive environment.