American Literature
For those that choose to live on as if it never
happened they are faced with a tough road ahead. They have to deal with the guilt of what they've done. All the while, they must watch to see if
anyone is on to them or suspects them of the crime they have commited. However they are rewarded. They get to live on as a regular member of
society rather than be imprisoned or even worse, put to death. These are examples of characters who have commited crimes without confessing.
Arthur Dimmesdale is a minister, a father, a sinner and a man who feels incredible guilt. He commits adultery with Hester before the book begins. As
the book begins it is revealed he is the true father of Hester's child Pearl. Dimmesdale, afraid of losing his status and being humiliated , does not
confess his crime. For this this he is rewarded and greatly punished. He is rewarded by keeping his status in the community. He continues to preach
to his flock, for which he gains great acclaim
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