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Chapter 1
1．The definition of symbolism
The slightest survey of different epochs of civilization discloses great differences in their attitude towards symbolism. For example, duri g the medieval period in Europe symbolism seemed to dominate men's imaginations. Architecture was symbolical, ceremonial was symbolical, heraldry was symbolical. With the Reformation a reaction set in. Men tried to dispense with symbols as 'fond things, vainly invented,' and concentrated on their direct apprehension of the ultimate facts. But such symbolism is on the fringe of life. It has an unessential element in its constitution. The very fact that it can be acquired in one epoch and discarded in another epoch testifies to its superficial nature.

2. Different meanings of the scarlet letter “A�
2.1 The Changes of the Symbolic Meaning of the Scarlet Letter "A".
　　In this novel, the scarlet letter "A" changes its meaning many different times. This change is significant. It shows......

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