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Hester Prynne has committed one of the worst crimes in seventeenth-century Puritan Boston: adultery. To make matter worse, she is pregnant. As punishment, she is shamed and forced to wear a large red "A" on her chest at all times. Despite interrogations from the villagers, Hester refuses to reveal the father''s identity. As raising an unruly child, dealing with her husband''s thirst for revenge, and watching her lover''s increasing guilt begin to take their toll, Hester must decide whether keeping her secret is worth the price. This unabridged version of Nathaniel Hawthorne''s classic American novel is taken from the 1878 copyright edition, featuring original illustrations drawn by Mary Hallock Foote and engraved by A. V. S. Anthony, as well as ornamental pieces illustrated by L. S. Ipsen.

Hester Prynne has committed one of the worst crimes in seventeenth-century Puritan Boston: adultery. To make matter worse, she is pregnant. As punishment, she is shamed and forced to wear a large red "A" on her chest at all times. Despite interrogations from the villagers, Hester refuses to reveal the father''s identity. As raising an unruly child, dealing with her husband''s thirst for revenge, and watching her lover''s increasing guilt begin to take their toll, Hester must decide whether keeping her secret is worth the price. This unabridged version of Nathaniel Hawthorne''s classic American novel is taken from the 1878 copyright edition, featuring original illustrations drawn by Mary Hallock Foote and engraved by A. V. S. Anthony, as well as ornamental pieces illustrated by L. S. Ipsen.

Like all of Hawthorne''s novels, "The Scarlet Letter" has but a slender plot and but few characters with an influence on the development of the story. Its great dramatic force depends entirely on the mental states of the actors and their relations to one another, —relations of conscience, — relations between wronged and wrongers. Its great burden is the weight of unacknowledged sin as seen in the remorse and cowardice and suffering of the Rev. Arthur Dimmesdale. Contrasted with his concealed agony is the constant confession, conveyed by the letter, which is forced upon Hester, and has a double effect, — a healthful one, working beneficently, and making her helpful and benevolent, tolerant and thoughtful ; and an unhealthful one, which by the great emphasis placed on her transgression, the keeping her forever under its ban and isolating her from her fellows, prepares her to break away from the long repression and lapse again into sin when she plans her flight. Roger Chillingworth is an embodiment of subtle and refined revenge. The most striking situation is perhaps "The Minister''s Vigil," in chapter xii. The book, though corresponding in its tone and burden to some of the shorter stories, had a more startling and dramatic character, and a strangeness, which at once took hold of a larger public than any of those had attracted. Though imperfectly comprehended, and even misunderstood in some quarters, it was seen to have a new and unique quality; and Hawthorne''s reputation became national.

This carefully crafted ebook is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Table of Contents: Novels: Fanshawe The Scarlet Letter The House of the Seven Gables The Blithedale Romance The Marble Faun The Dolliver Romance Septimius Felton Doctor Grimshawe''s Secret Collections of Short Stories: Twice-Told Tales The Whole History of Grandfather''s Chair Biographical Stories Mosses from an Old Manse Wonder Book For Girls and Boys The Snow Image and Other Twice Told Tales Tanglewood Tales For Girls and Boys The Dolliver Romance and Other Pieces, Tales and Sketches The Story Teller Sketches in Magazines Poems: Address to the Moon The Darken''d Veil Earthly Pomp Forms of Heroes Go to the Grave My Low and Humble Home The Ocean Essays: The British Matron: A Satire The Ancestral Footstep: Outlines of an English Romance Life Of Franklin Pierce Chiefly About War Matters Our Old Home Autobiographical Writings: Browne''s Folly Love Letters (To Miss Sophia Peabody) Letter to the Editor of the Literary Review American Notebooks English Notebooks French and Italian Notebooks Biographies and Reminiscences of Hawthorne: Biography The Life and Genius of Hawthorne by Frank Preston Stearns Hawthorne and His Circle by Julian Hawthorne Memories of Hawthorne by Rose Hawthorne Lathrop Hawthorne and His Moses by Herman Melville Fifty Years of Hawthorne My Literary Passions by W. D. Howell Life of Great Authors by H. T. Griswold Yesterday With Authors by J. T. Field Hawthorne and Brook Farm by G. W. Curtis Short Biography Essays and Criticisms on Hawthorne and His Works: Hawthorne by Henry James Jr. Nathaniel Hawthorne by Andrew Lang Nathaniel Hawthorne by G. E. Woodberry A Study of Hawthorne by G. P. Lathrop ...

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Scarlet Letter & A Scarlet Stigma: A Novel and Adapted Play (Illustrated Edition)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Excerpt: "It contributes greatly towards a man''s moral and intellectual health, to be brought into habits of companionship with individuals unlike himself, who care little for his pursuits, and whose sphere and abilities he must go out of himself to appreciate." (The Custom House, The Scarlet Letter) The Scarlet Letter is an 1850 romantic work of fiction in a historical setting, written by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Set in 17th-century Puritan Boston, Massachusetts during the years 1642 to 1649, it tells the story of Hester Prynne, who conceives a daughter through an affair and struggles to create a new life of repentance and dignity. Throughout the book, Hawthorne explores themes of legalism, sin, and guilt. American novelist and short story writer Nathaniel Hawthorne''s (1804–1864) writing centers on New England, many works featuring moral allegories with a Puritan inspiration. His fiction works are considered to be part of the Romantic movement and, more specifically, Dark romanticism. His themes often centre on the inherent evil and sin of humanity, and his works often have moral messages and deep psychological complexity. Content: Introduction: Biography of Nathaniel Hawthorne Novel: The Scarlet Letter (1850) Adaptation: A Scarlet Stigma - A Play in Four Acts (1899)

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Complete Novels of Nathaniel Hawthorne (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Excerpts: "It contributes greatly towards a man''s moral and intellectual health, to be brought into habits of companionship with individuals unlike himself, who care little for his pursuits, and whose sphere and abilities he must go out of himself to appreciate." (The Custom House, The Scarlet Letter) "The aspect of the venerable mansion has always affected me like a human countenance, bearing the traces not merely of outward storm and sunshine, but expressive also, of the long lapse of mortal life, and accompanying vicissitudes that have passed within." (The House of the Seven Gables) American novelist and short story writer Nathaniel Hawthorne''s (1804–1864) writing centres on New England, many works featuring moral allegories with a Puritan inspiration. His fiction works are considered to be part of the Romantic movement and, more specifically, Dark romanticism. His themes often centre on the inherent evil and sin of humanity, and his works often have moral messages and deep psychological complexity. Content: Introduction: Biography of Nathaniel Hawthorne Novel: Fanshawe (1828) The Scarlet Letter (1850) The House of the Seven Gables (1851) The Blithedale Romance (1852) The Marble Faun (1860) The Dolliver Romance (1863) Septimius Felton (1872) Doctor Grimshawe''s Secret (1882) Adaptation: A Scarlet Stigma - A Play in Four Acts (1899)

In ''The Complete Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne (Illustrated Edition)'', readers are transported into the atmospheric and morally complex world of Hawthorne''s stories and novels. Rich in symbolism and themes of guilt, sin, and redemption, Hawthorne''s works provide a fascinating glimpse into the societal pressures and psychological depths of his characters. The prose is elegant and evocative, drawing readers into a world where the line between good and evil is often blurred. This illustrated edition offers a visually stunning companion to Hawthorne''s timeless tales. Nathaniel Hawthorne, a renowned American author of the 19th century, is best known for his classic novels such as ''The Scarlet Letter'' and ''The House of the Seven Gables''. His exploration of Puritan culture, the supernatural, and the human conscience has cemented his place in literary history. Hawthorne''s own background in Puritanism and his observations of human nature inspired him to create stories that are as thought-provoking as they are haunting. ''The Complete Works of Nathaniel Hawthorne (Illustrated Edition)'' is a must-read for those interested in American literature, Gothic fiction, and the complexities of the human psyche.

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''The Scarlet Letter & A Scarlet Stigma (Illustrated Edition)'' encapsulates a profound exploration of societal judgment and personal redemption, weaving together Nathaniel Hawthorne''s classic novel with James Edgar Smith''s reflective sequel. This collection splendidly showcases the transition from the rich, moral complexities of Puritan America to more contemporary reflections on similar themes, enhancing the reader''s experience with a variety of illustrative styles. The anthology highlights significant shifts in narrative techniques and thematic focuses that bridge 19th-century American literature with modern insights, making the profound effects of stigma and redemption palpable across different eras. The contributing authors, Nathaniel Hawthorne and James Edgar Smith, bring distinct but complementary perspectives to the anthology. Hawthorne, a luminary of the American Romantic movement, provides a deep psychological and societal critique through his narrative, which is mirrored by Smith''s later interpretations and expansions. Their backgrounds represent a fascinating dialogue between historical literary achievements and modern iterations, reflecting the evolution of thematic concerns over time and the enduring relevance of core human experiences. The works are anchored in their historical contexts, yet speak to universal themes of guilt, punishment, and atonement. ''The Scarlet Letter & A Scarlet Stigma (Illustrated Edition)'' is an indispensable collection for anyone interested in the development of American literature and the thematic discourse on morality and societal condemnation. Readers will benefit not only from the enriched literary styles and illustrative enhancements but also from the insightful dialogue between Hawthorne''s and Smith''s narratives. This anthology is a compelling invitation to explore and compare influential American literary voices and the enduring themes they examine, making it a valuable addition to any scholarly collection or literary aficionado''s library.

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