Scarlet Letter

Dive into the timeless classic 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, a profound exploration of sin, morality, and redemption set in the strict Puritan society of 17th-century New England. This compelling novel, published by Wordsworth Editions, is an essential read for anyone interested in American literature and themes of crime, guilt, and punishment. The story centers around Hester Prynne, a young mother ostracized for bearing an illegitimate child. As the narrative unfolds, readers are drawn into her harrowing journey through societal judgment and personal humiliation. With an introduction and insightful notes by Henry Claridge, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Kent at Canterbury, this edition enhances your reading experience. Its carefully curated discussions will aid in understanding the complex themes and character motivations that define Hawthorne's work. Perfect for students, scholars, and literary enthusiasts, 'The Scarlet Letter' remains a poignant commentary on human morality and societal norms. With 224 pages of gripping narrative and classic literature preserved in a beautifully bound edition (126 x 198 x 13 mm), this book is a valuable addition to any literary collection. Order this captivating exploration of guilt and redemption today and delve into a story that has intrigued readers for generations.

Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Publisher: Wordsworth Editions

Dimensions: 126 x 198 x 13 mm
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 01-05-1992

This book includes an introduction and notes by Henry Claridge, Senior Lecturer, School of English, University of Kent at Canterbury. This is a troubling story of crime, sin, guilt, punishment and expiation, set in the rigid moral climate of 17th-century New England. The young mother of an illegitimate child confronts her Puritan judges. However, it is not so much her harsh sentence, but the cruelties of slowly exposed guilt as her lover is revealed, that hold the reader enthralled all the way to the book's poignant climax.