The Scarlet Letter

Nathaniel Hawthorne's classic novel is set against the backdrop of a Puritan Boston colony in a newly colonized America. The scarlet letter is a symbol of guilt, but Hester Prynne transforms the image into a symbol of dignity.

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Nathaniel Hawthorne is known as a dark romantic. This alludes to the style of literature he wrote. The Scarlet Letter is a wonderful example of his prose. This quiz will help you remember details about the author's background.

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This Mindmap provides an overview to the themes and narrative of The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. This book is one of the early classics of American literature and shows some of the values brought from Europe that formed a nation.

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As a novel, The Scarlet Letter is rich in symbolism. The letter itself changes meaning several times within the story and depends on the wearer - Dimmesdale or Hester. Roses, meteors, reflections and other symbols appear as well.

Nathaniel Hawthorne's famous novel is light on action, but includes some beautifully written dialogue. These flashcards will help to familiarize you with the characters, what they say and what they really mean by their words.

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Time to review. Here are twenty five questions about The Scarlet Letter. Where is the story set and in what era? How do we explain the mysterious triangle of relationships between Dimmesdale, Hester and Chillingworth. Answers are here.

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