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The Scarlet Letter

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Set in 17th century Boston, the narrative follows Hester Prynne, who, after being convicted of adultery, must wear a scarlet letter "A" as a mark of shame. Left to raise her daughter Pearl alone, Hester grapples with the consequences of her actions while the identity of her lover remains a secret. The novel delves into themes of sin, guilt, and societal morality, vividly depicting the rigid puritanical beliefs of the time. Hawthorne's work offers a profound commentary on the complexities of human nature and societal judgment.

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Idioma
Inglés
Publicado en
2021
Páginas
196
ISBN13
9789391316518
Primera publicación
1850
Título original
The Scarlet Letter
Calificación
3,45 de 5
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Set in 17th century Boston, the narrative follows Hester Prynne, who, after being convicted of adultery, must wear a scarlet letter "A" as a mark of shame. Left to raise her daughter Pearl alone, Hester grapples with the consequences of her actions while the identity of her lover remains a secret. The novel delves into themes of sin, guilt, and societal morality, vividly depicting the rigid puritanical beliefs of the time. Hawthorne's work offers a profound commentary on the complexities of human nature and societal judgment.