«The Scarlet Letter» is a romantic work of fiction in a historical setting, written by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It is considered to be his magnum opus. It tells the story of Hester Prynne, who conceives a daughter through an adulterous affair and struggles to create a new life of repentance and dignity. Throughout the book, Hawthorne explores themes of legalism, sin, and guilt.

The ebook edition of «The Scarlet Letter» from Animedia Company is magnificently and colorfully illustrated by Hugh Thomson.