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The Scarlet Letter

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Set in 17th-century Puritan Massachusetts, this edition of a classic novel explores themes of sin, guilt, and redemption through the story of Hester Prynne. After bearing an illegitimate child, Hester is shunned by her community and forced to wear a scarlet letter 'A' as a mark of shame. The narrative delves into her struggles, the identity of her child's father, and the societal pressures of the time, highlighting the conflict between individual desire and social conformity. Hawthorne's rich symbolism and moral complexity make it a profound exploration of human nature.

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Segreto, colpa e ipocrisia puritana. Hester Prynne è costretta a indossare la lettera scarlatta come marchio del suo peccato. Hawthorne esplora le tensioni tra morale sociale e coscienza individuale, offrendo un classico senza tempo sulla colpa, la redenzione e il coraggio di vivere secondo le proprie convinzioni.

Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2012
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
208
ISBN13
9781613829011
Prima pubblicazione
1850
Titolo originale
The Scarlet Letter
Valutazione
3,45 su 5
Descrizione
Set in 17th-century Puritan Massachusetts, this edition of a classic novel explores themes of sin, guilt, and redemption through the story of Hester Prynne. After bearing an illegitimate child, Hester is shunned by her community and forced to wear a scarlet letter 'A' as a mark of shame. The narrative delves into her struggles, the identity of her child's father, and the societal pressures of the time, highlighting the conflict between individual desire and social conformity. Hawthorne's rich symbolism and moral complexity make it a profound exploration of human nature.