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Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter puts emphasis on the dramatic literary theme of following one's heart, despite society's expectations. It is with this theme that Hawthorne explores deeply the perception of human nature. His main exploration is sought through the main character, Hester Prynne. Hester chose to follow her own heart instead of sticking to the boundaries of Puritan society. In time, she gained a better understanding of humanity and more importantly herself, even though it brought upon her and others shame, guilt, and miserableness.
The conflict resulting from Hester's prominent decision to commit adultery can easily be considered by some people as unbearable. Branded by the letter "A," shame was the byproduct of every person's stare at the scarlet letter. People wanted nothing to do with Hester Prynne. In a Puritan society, "a people amongst whom religion and law were almost identical," unfortunately, a sinful passion does not reign over the laws of......

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