“To-morrow would bring its own trial with it; so would the next day, and so would the next; each its own trial, and yet the very same that was now so unutterably grievous to be borne. The days of the far-off future would toil onward, still with the same burden for her to take up, and bear along with her, but never to fling down; for the accumulating days, and added years, would pile up their misery upon the heap of shame.”
Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Work
The Scarlet Letter (Sparklesoup Classics)
Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'The Scarlet Letter' is a seminal work of American literature, offering a profound examination of human nature and the consequences of sin. The narrative is set in the Puritan community of Boston in the 17th century, focusing on the life of Hester Prynne, a woman who is shunned by society after being found guilty of adultery. The novel delves into the complexities of guilt, forgiveness, and the struggle for personal identity amidst a rigid moral framework. more
Author
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist known for his Gothic novels and romantic works. His writings often delve into themes of morality and sin, influenced by his family history and Puritan background. more
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