Pearl: A Guide to The Scarlet Letter's Chapter 6
Meet Hester Prynne's daughter in our guide to Chapter 6 of The Scarlet Letter, 'Pearl.' Discover why this mysterious child is so important to the story.... Read more
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Chapter Guides
Hester at Her Needle: A Guide to The Scarlet Letter's Chapter 5
Our simple guide to Chapter 5 of The Scarlet Letter, 'Hester at Her Needle,' shows how Hester Prynne survives and supports herself after leaving prison.... Read more
The Interview: A Guide to The Scarlet Letter's Chapter 4
A simple guide to Chapter 4 of The Scarlet Letter, 'The Interview.' Hester Prynne comes face-to-face with her long-lost husband, Roger Chillingworth.... Read more
The Recognition: A Guide to The Scarlet Letter's Chapter 3
Our simple guide to Chapter 3 of The Scarlet Letter, 'The Recognition.' A mysterious stranger arrives as the pressure on Hester Prynne builds.... Read more
The Market-Place: A Guide to The Scarlet Letter's Chapter 2
Step into Puritan Boston with our guide to Chapter 2 of The Scarlet Letter. Meet Hester Prynne and witness her public shaming on the scaffold.... Read more
The Custom House: A Guide to The Scarlet Letter's First Chapter
A simple guide to understanding 'The Custom House,' the introductory chapter of Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter. Find out why it's important.... Read more