The Scarlet Letter

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By Nathaniel Hawthorne

Series: Collins Classics

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Set in 17th-century Puritan Massachusetts, The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne explores the life of Hester Prynne, a woman shunned by her community after bearing an illegitimate child. As she endures public shame and isolation, the novel delves into themes of sin, redemption, and the complexities of moral judgement. Through Hester's experiences, Hawthorne highlights the tension between individual identity and societal expectations.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by themes of sin, guilt, and redemption set in a Puritan society. The story delves into complex character relationships and societal judgement, offering a rich exploration of morality and personal resilience. Its intricate symbolism and evocative writing may particularly appeal to readers who appreciate classic literature with deep moral questions.

The Scarlet Letter

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The Scarlet Letter

'Ah, but let her cover the mark as she will, the pang of it will be always in her heart.'

A tale of sin, punishment, and atonement, The Scarlet Letter exposes the moral rigidity of a 17th-century Puritan New England community when faced with the illegitimate child of a young mother. Regarded as the first real heroine of American fiction, it is Hester Prynne's strength of character that resonates with the reader when her harsh sentence is cast.

It is in her refusal to reveal the identity of the father in the face of her accusers that Hawthorne champions his heroine and berates the weakness of society for attacking the innocent.

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The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne is praised for its profound exploration of sin, guilt, and redemption in 17th-century Puritan Massachusetts. Critics admire its rich symbolism, particularly the scarlet letter itself, and the complex character development, especially of Hester Prynne. The narrative's psychological depth and moral ambiguity continue to resonate with readers, making it a staple in discussions about American literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007350926

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 190g

Pages: 336

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Nathaniel Hawthorne Series: Collins Classics

About the Author

Born in 1804, Nathaniel Hawthorne is known for his historical tales and novels about American colonial society. After publishing The Scarlet Letter in 1850, its status as an instant bestseller allowed him to earn a living as a novelist. Full of dark romanticism, psychological complexity, symbolism, and cautionary tales, his work is still popular today. He has earned a place in history as one of the most distinguished American writers of the nineteenth century.