The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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Re: The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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I must admit that it was forced academic reading and that may have influenced my overall reaction, I would not re-read it.
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I think one of my favorite uses of symbolism in this novel is through the actual characters within it. At first Hester represents the fallen woman, the sinner. Later she represents strength and truth. Dimmesdale is a symbol of hypocrisy and inner struggle. Pearl is the scarlet letter personified. She is Hester's happiness and pain all at the same time. And, Chillingworth ... well, he is simply a symbol of evil and revenge.
This book is incredible. The symbolism is vast, and Nathaniel Hawthorne did an amazing job with this novel. It is one I truly enjoy reading over and over.