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Overview"""The Scarlet Letter"" is a classic novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne and first published in 1850. Set in the Puritanical society of 17th-century Massachusetts Bay Colony, the novel tells the story of Hester Prynne, a young woman who is shunned and ostracized by her community after she gives birth to a child out of wedlock. Hester is forced to wear a scarlet letter ""A"" on her chest as a symbol of her sin and is made to endure public humiliation. The novel explores themes of sin, guilt, redemption, and the consequences of societal judgment and hypocrisy. It delves into the complex inner lives of its characters, including Hester, the Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale, and the mysterious Roger Chillingworth, and their emotional and moral struggles. As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the characters' lives become entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal. Hawthorne's writing is characterized by its rich symbolism and intricate exploration of the human psyche. ""The Scarlet Letter"" is a timeless work that continues to be studied and admired for its deep psychological insights, vivid characters, and the enduring questions it raises about the nature of sin, the human condition, and the power of forgiveness. It is a thought-provoking and morally complex novel that remains a significant part of American literature." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Nathaniel HawthornePublisher: Wise and Wordy Imprint: Wise and Wordy Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.290kg ISBN: 9781774818466ISBN 10: 1774818469 Pages: 214 Publication Date: 08 November 2023 Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |