Part one of term paper
The Romantic Period is considered one of the most meaningful turning points in the history of literature. Authors of this time spent their labors attempting to produce works that offer the reader an insight to the treasure chest of knowledge in the author's head. One of the best writers of the Romantic Period was Nathaniel Hawthorne. His n ...

Part two of term paper
... Pearl, Reverand Dimmsdale's daughter, was his chance for salvation. Pearl's first appearance announces her precocious character. High on the scaffold, Pearl made her first appeal to the Reverend. After the lengthy speech has been presented to Hester, Pearl made a "half pleased, half plaintive murmur" and outstretched her arms toward the Reverend. The action clawed at a soul already in turmoil from guilt and fear. Pearl was meant to be a symbol of Hester and Dimmsdale's sin, and as Hester's pun ...