It is true
that 's actions, as well as those of Arthur Dimmesdales's influenced a number of changes to take
place in the novel .
Unquestionably, the most significant change is Hester
Prynne's own transformation, from a feeble woman, into a strong one. This is because Hester is
the only one of thewhose own story completes a full circle that goes from pain, to shame, then
resignation, acceptance and, finally, closure.
Hester's time in prison made
her a stronger woman. She took the scarlet letter, which was meant to be a symbol of humiliation
and shame, and transformed it into a token of separation which, later on, is seen as a symbol of
distinction. Hester goes as far as stating in Chapter VIII, "The Elf Child and the
Minister", that the scarlet letter has actually made her into a better person
...this badge hath taught me,it daily teaches me,it is teaching me
at this moment,lessons whereof my child may be the wiser and better, albeit they
can...
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