In the book, "The Scarlet Letter," Nathaniel Hawthorne creates a character who is so loving, passionate, and mistreated that the reader cannot help but feel badly for her. ... Throughout the story of "The Scarlet Letter," Hawthorne tips off the reader that Hester Prynne is destined for a downfall because her character is written a classic tragic heroine. ... Due to the beauty and passion of Hester's character, the readers make a connection with her and even develop a feeling of sorrow and hopefulness for Hester throughout the novel, regardless of the sin she committed. The reader awaits t...

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