Author: Hawthorne, Nathaniel
Synopsis:
In a Puritan society marked by strict moral codes and religious fervor, a young woman named Hester Prynne is condemned to wear a scarlet letter "A" on her chest as punishment for committing adultery. As she navigates the judgment and scorn of her community, Hester must confront her own guilt and wrestle with the consequences of her actions. Alongside her, the enigmatic Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale grapples with his own secret sin, while the vengeful and mysterious Roger Chillingworth seeks to uncover the truth. Set against the backdrop of 17th-century Boston, this gripping tale explores the complexities of sin, guilt, redemption, and the power of societal judgment.
Genres: Historical fiction, romance, psychological drama
Themes: Sin and guilt, hypocrisy, redemption, societal judgment, the nature of evil
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