The Scarlet Letter

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Set in 17th-century Massachusetts Bay Colony, the novel explores the life of Hester Prynne, a woman condemned by her Puritan community for bearing a child out of wedlock. Marked by the scarlet letter "A," she faces public shame and isolation. Through Hester's struggles, the story delves into themes of sin, guilt, and societal judgment, highlighting the harsh realities of a rigid moral code and the quest for redemption amidst personal and communal turmoil.