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The Scarlet Letter

Autoren

Nathaniel Hawthorne

Buchbewertung

3,9(1880)Abgeben

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Seitenzahl: 196 Seiten
Lesezeit: 7 Stunden

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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.