Is The Scarlet Letter: Prohibit Or Protect?

The Scarlet Letter: Prohibit or Protect? In this day and age, just about any opinion, show, book, or movie can be seen as offensive and unnecessary by different groups of people. All around the nation, classic novels are being banned from public schools and libraries due to their contentious and possibly harmful language and content. Among these is a timeless and beloved book, The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Since the publishing of this title in 1850, many teachers, parents, and community members have been concerned about the morals discussed in this book regarding adultery and the effect it would have on students, especially the pity and insensitivity it can potentially promote for the adulterer and main character, Hester Prynne. Although the plot of the Scarlet Letter surrounding the birth of a child out of wedlock can be seen as controversial, the classic novel should not be banned from school environments because it raises awareness of the consequences
The significant teachings derived from this book not only include informing young readers of the possible consequences infidelity and unfaithfulness has on the people surrounding the wrongdoing, but also inspires the readers to endure through their trials and make the best out of the situation they are in. Despite the fact that some may see the content of this book inappropriate and controversial for schools and young children, the overarching effects that come from this book are ultimately positive and raise awareness of how their future actions will effect their families, societies, remainder of their lives. Banning this novel will not aid or protect the readers, but instead put them at a disadvantage of not having the knowledge that could prevent future catastrophes of their