The Scarlet Letter

How has the shunning affected Hester?

Scarlet Letter Chapter 13 (XIII) Another view of Hester

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I think the shunning has made Hester more self-aware and wise. These people that shunned her were a negative influence. Ironically the shunning freed Hester to see who she is and what is real. It made her strong with resolve.