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The Scarlet Letter

The Scarlet Letter

The Scarlet Letter

Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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9781479418015
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This classic novel explores the themes of sin, guilt, and redemption in Puritan New England. Hester Prynne, condemned to wear a scarlet letter 'A' for committing adultery, faces public shaming and isolation. As she navigates her life as an outcast, Hawthorne delves into the complexities of human nature, hypocrisy, and the effects of societal judgment. The novel is a profound study of moral conflict and resilience.

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