... the story. Two examples are Pearl, as well as the Forest. Pearl symbolizes many things in The Scarlet Letter. Pearl is the living proof of the adultery between Hester and Dimmesdale making her the living scarlet letter. Pearl also symbolizes punishment for Hester. First of all the name Pearl means of great price the way Hester's life was ruined was the ... forest, Pearl laughs and catches the sunshine. The shelter that the forest provides also allows for Hester and Dimmesdale to openly express their love for one another. Reverend Dimmesdale is bound by the laws of society, upright condu...

• Word Count: 493
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School