Book 33 || The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne Book 33 || The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne Book 33 || The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne The Scarlet Letter, published in 1850 by Nathaniel Hawthorne, is a classic American novel that explores themes of sin, guilt, and redemption in Puritan New England. The story centers on Hester Prynne, a woman who is publicly shamed and ostracized for bearing an illegitimate child. As punishment, she is forced to wear a scarlet "A" on her chest, signifying her sin of adultery. Despite her humiliation, Hester remains strong and dignified, raising her daughter Pearl while facing the scorn of the community. The novel also focuses on Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale, the father of Hester’s child, whose guilt and internal torment contrast with Hester’s outward strength. The Scarlet Letter is celebrated for i...