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The Scarlet Letter

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Strong female protagonists tackle complex themes of class, power, and societal expectations in this reimagined classic. The narrative centers on Hester Prynne, marked by a scarlet letter due to her transgressions, as she faces public scrutiny while her partner remains concealed. Amidst her struggles with love, loss, and independence, a lurking threat adds tension to her already challenging circumstances, reflecting contemporary feminist perspectives and cultural movements.

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Language
English
Publisher
Simon & Brown
Released
2018
Format
Paperback
Pages
182
ISBN13
9781731706072
First published
1850
Original title
The Scarlet Letter
Rating
3.45 out of 5
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Strong female protagonists tackle complex themes of class, power, and societal expectations in this reimagined classic. The narrative centers on Hester Prynne, marked by a scarlet letter due to her transgressions, as she faces public scrutiny while her partner remains concealed. Amidst her struggles with love, loss, and independence, a lurking threat adds tension to her already challenging circumstances, reflecting contemporary feminist perspectives and cultural movements.