num_pages: 242
description: In the CliffsComplete guides, the novel's "complete" text and a glossary appear side-by-side with coordinating numbered lines to help you understand unusual words and phrasing. You'll also find all the commentary and resources of a standard CliffsNotes for Literature."CliffsComplete The Scarlet Letter" is a novel of betrayal and trials. Hester Prynne is found guilty of adultery and must wear a scarlet "A" wherever she goes. Her story is filled with the slow process of redemption and eventual love.Discover what happens to Hester -- and save valuable studying time -- all at once. Enhance your reading of "The Scarlet Letter" with these additional features: A summary and insightful commentary for each chapterBibliography and historical background on the author, Nathaniel HawthorneA look at the historical context and structure of the novelDiscussions on the novel's symbols and themesA character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the charactersReview questions, a quiz, discussion topics (essay questions), activity ideasA Resource Center full of books, articles, films, and Internet sitesStreamline your literature study with all-in-one help from CliffsComplete guides
language: English
title: Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter
titlecomplete: Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter
characters: Roger Chillingworth, Mistress Hibbins, Arthur Dimmesdale, Governor Bellingham, Hester Prynne, Pearl Prynne
genres: Read For School, Historical Fiction, Historical, School, Novels, Literature, High School, Classic Literature, Classics, Fiction
ratings_count: 840847
places: Massachusetts, The United States of America, Boston, Massachusetts
publisher: CliffsNotes