The Scarlet Letter

Written by Nathaniel Hawthorne

A book for readers in grades 11 and up reviewed by Joseph

    

The Scarlet Letter centers around the harsh consequences of a puritan town and how breaking tradition causes Hester Prynne to have to wear a symbol of her transgressions in public. The book follows the mystery of her daughter's conception and past family relationships. Hester must learn to raise her daughter without letting her past affect her future.

 

The Scarlet Letter is written in an older style, which may cause some readers to lose the meaning of what is being said. However, the plot’s revelations about Hester Prynne’s past are captivating. Overall, this is a good book that explores the misconceptions about evil and guilt that were once held in society.