Of all the characters in The Scarlet Letter, Hester Prynne, the protagonist, is the strongest and most courageous. But, that is not to say that she is unsusceptible to change. Over the course of the novel, Hester remains unchanged in some areas, such as strength and honesty, but her beauty and social status vary greatly. One trait that defines Hester throughout the novel is strength. Strength in the mind and also in the heart is …showed first 75 words of 565 total…

…showed last 75 words of 565 total…though a reward from God, she rises above all others and into the hearts of many, sharing her compassion and giving strength to all that remember her. In conclusion, Hester's strength remains untainted throughout The Scarlet Letter, while her physical beauty and social status alter greatly, both for the good and bad. Hester, as beautiful as she is, cannot be perfect. But her honesty, compassion, and strength are more than enough to relieve her soul.