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Period 4
11-27-01
Kelly Clarkson
Pains and Benefits of Isolation
Throughout the world the pains and benefits of isolation are felt in the hearts of all. ... Set in the early times of the Massachusetts Colony, The Scarlet Letter explores isolation through Hester Prynne, Roger Chillingworth, and Arthur Dimmesdale. Each individual copes with their isolation with varying actions that contributes to their demise or their growth.
Hester Prynne’s isolation helps her grow and become emotionally stronger. ...
Dimmesdale’s isolation is one of the main causes of his immense guilt and suffering. ... His isolation has given him such an immense amount of guilt that he is on his deathbed at an early age. ... He has forced this isolation upon himself from his lust for revenge, yet he seems almost maniacally happy at times. ... 95) Chillingworth’s isolation has caused his fixation on revenge to grow, and it eventually takes over his whole being. ... His isolation has taken away his other aspirations and emotions and left only bitterness and anger. ... Hester successfully overcomes her physical isolation to raise a strong, impudent child, while Dimmesdale’s mental seclusion and Chillingworth’s mental and physical seclusion both result in their demise.
Approximate Word count = 918
Approximate Pages = 3.7
(250 words per page double spaced)
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