The Scarlet Letter

[Paula]

I love to read. I've been through long, boring books before. It's not that the Scarlet Letter is long, its so boring. I hate to sound this way , but HOW does anyone force themselves to read it? I haven't had the motivation to get past the intro....any help?

 

[btvaughn]

Paula...shouldn't this be in the book thread?

Though I'm afraid I can't be of much help, I instantly loved the story. Hawthorne is an amazing writer and I love the symbolism he used throughout this one especially. LOL...it might just be one of the stories you can like or dislike.

 

[mystery_chick]

yup. Book thread. Moving...
--Mandy

 

[Victoria King]

Paula...shouldn't this be in the book thread?

Though I'm afraid I can't be of much help, I instantly loved the story. Hawthorne is an amazing writer and I love the symbolism he used throughout this one especially. LOL...it might just be one of the stories you can like or dislike.

i agree with bridget on this one paula! but i think in my class i had to read it for i was the only person to LOVE this book! its one of my favorites, the symbolism, the detail, and the story are just amazing! i just love it so i think like bridget said..either you love it or hate it!

i mean i love in the beginning when he is describing the jail he has the flower growing in the darkest places and i take that flower as being hester and/or her daughter! from all that sin and destruction and law breaking comes something gorgeous and powerful all at the same time! rising above it all!

 

[twinzz2003]

Keep reading it!!! It is worth it in the end. I just finished it, and I agree I was bored with it at first. But you get used to all the suspense.