nd signed my name with the Black Mans book too, and that with mine own blood!" (Pg. 113) In Hesters mind Pearl symbolizes a rose. The flower appears beautiful, inviting and soothing. The thorns of the rose symbolize her fiendish nature at times, uninviting, callous and the infliction of affliction upon her mother. A rose is usually treasured by the person; Pearl in the same concept is similar to the rose. Another symbol that Pearl represents is the living embodiment of the scarlet letter. She begins to symbolize her mothers conscience. Hester would lead a life less grievous if not for Pearl. Should Pearl not be born, Hester Pyrnne would be less likely to be found guilty of adultery; therefore, never having to wear the scarlet "A" on her bosom. This is the reason of Pearl being the living embodiment of the scarlet letter. Pearls ever-changing moods and temperaments secure her as Hawthornes most prominent symbol in The Scarlet Letter. Pearl, the impish girlish creature, symbolizes many elements in Hawthornes book. Hesters love for Pearl is never misplaced in the tale, but the reader gains a sense of contempt. Hester believes that without Pearl, she would not have survived the seven long years of exile from the Puritan society. Her daughters varying personality traits brings about a sense of joy and a change in her monotonous life. By: Lydia Teng...
