Scarlet Letter Persuasive Letter

I am writing to you to voice my opinion on Hester and to offer some insight on the most appropriate way to handle her punishments. I would like to make it clear that I portray all of this with the utmost respect and I am writing solely as a concerned citizen of Boston. There is no denying that Hester’s actions were completely wrong, however, her punishment must not be overzealous. Hester should be allowed to keep and tend to Pearl. This will not only show the mercy of our congregation, but also teach and remind Hester of her unacceptable sins.By mothering Pearl, Hester will be constantly reminded of her sinful behaviors and actions. Viewing the child that initiated her downfall on a daily basis will be both a blessing and a curse. Hester will forever be plagued with the memory of her sin and the fear of her child’s future. Loving and tending to a child is what every mother yearns for. But on the contrary, …show more content…
Her only real comfort was when the child lay in the placidity of sleep.(76)I do not presume that the people of Boston would not want her to have more time on her hands to wreak havoc on this congregation. If she is allowed to keep Pearl her time will be spent tending to this infant. This seems to be the only suitable resolution to the issue of Hester and her child.To conclude, I would like to urge you to take my suggestion into consideration. Hester Prynne should be allowed to keep her child to keep her out of further wrong-doings and to remind her of her sins. In all honestly, I believe that this is the only fair way to handle this situation and that my resolution will resolve all conflicts. Please truly deliberate on the effects of Hester keeping Pearl. I trust that you will do only what is best for the people of