The Scarlet Letter
The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne is one of the most powerful classics of American literature. Set in strict Puritan New England, it tells the story of Hester Prynne, a woman condemned to wear a scarlet “A” on her chest as punishment for adultery. This free audiobook version of The Scarlet Letter lets you experience its atmosphere of guilt, judgment, and redemption through immersive narration—perfect for students, classic book lovers, and anyone exploring timeless moral questions.
About The Scarlet Letter
Published in 1850, The Scarlet Letter is a cornerstone of American literature and one of the first great psychological novels in English. The story takes place in a rigid Puritan community in 17th-century Boston, where public shame and religious law govern everyday life.
At the center of the novel is Hester Prynne, who is forced to stand on a scaffold before the town, holding her newborn child, while wearing a red letter “A” on her chest. Her crime—adultery—is known to all, yet she refuses to reveal the identity of the child’s father. Hawthorne uses this situation to explore sin, guilt, hypocrisy, and the tension between individual conscience and social judgment.
Story & Plot Overview
The novel opens with Hester emerging from prison, carrying her child, Pearl. She is led to the town scaffold where she must endure public humiliation…
Main Characters & Key Themes
The Scarlet Letter is rich in complex characters and symbols that come alive in audio form:
- Hester Prynne – A strong, independent woman…
- Arthur Dimmesdale – A revered minister torn between public image and private guilt…
- Roger Chillingworth – Hester’s estranged husband…
- Pearl – Hester’s child, wild and perceptive…
Why Listen to The Scarlet Letter as an Audiobook?
Some readers find Hawthorne’s language dense on the page, but in audio form it becomes more natural and expressive…
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Who Should Listen to This Audiobook?
This audiobook edition is perfect for:
- students studying classic American literature,
- listeners who enjoy symbolic and dark moral tales,
- fans of classics like Dracula or Frankenstein.
FAQ – The Scarlet Letter
Is The Scarlet Letter difficult to understand?
Listening to the audiobook makes the language easier to follow…
Is this audiobook free?
Yes. The text is in the public domain…
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