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At its core, The Scarlet Letter is a moving portrait of Hester Prynne, a woman who refuses to be broken by the cruelty of her community. Hawthorne skillfully weaves themes of love, betrayal, and identity into the fabric of the novel, making each character—from the tormented Arthur Dimmesdale to the vengeful Chillingworth—feel vivid and unforgettable. It remains a pivotal work of American literature for its unflinching look at the cost of hiding one’s truth.