Symbolism is very evident throughout The Scarlet Letter. The most apparent use of symbolism is the scarlet letter itself. It signifies a number of different things, most obviously adultery and ability. The forest and the things that occur in the forest are symbols too. Pearl is also a symbol; she is a living representation of Hester’s sin.
When Pearl and Hester go into the forest, rays of sunshine fall on Pearl but do not fall on Hester. This symbolizes how easy it is for Pearl to find happiness. Hester, on the other hand, c
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