Pearl's Contribution to the Scarlet Letter
Pearl's Contribution to the Scarlet Letter
In Hawthorne's epic novel, The Scarlet Letter he discusses Pearl, a
main character, and her contribution in making the novel a romantic one.
Hawthorne uses three types of romantic topics relating to Pearl. Stereotypical
characters, supernaturalness of characters, and the imaginary aspect of
characters are all qualities of romantic language Hawthorne uses to better
develop Pearl's character. Over the course of the novel Hawthorne uses all of
the aspects …
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…of her romantic qualities. He wanted her to be different from
all the other children, but still have the qualities of a normal child. I think
Hawthorne wanted her to be a bridge of emotions for Hester, for when Hester
thought that life could no longer go on, Pearl would step in and cheer her up.
Hawthorne's well developed characters, especially Pearl, made the novel one
that was interesting to read as well as discuss.
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