The Scarlet Letter

"Certainly, there was some deep meaning in it, most worthy of interpretation, and which, as it were, streamed forth from the mystic symbol, subtly communicating itself to my sensibilities, but evading the analysis of my mind." - Hawthorne, The Scarlet Letter

Incoming sophomores will be reading The Scarlet Letter over the summer. Use the blog to discuss the novel and share your insights. Use the resources below to assist you in your own analysis of the text. Have fun!

Before Reading

• About the Author
• Historical and Literary Context

During Reading

• Literary Elements
• The Online Searchable Text
• Audio Recording

After Reading