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I know it's a classic and a must read and I know many of you are more intellectual readers and will enjoy. I enjoyed the historical setting, but struggled with the old english language. I'm willing to give another try. Any ideas on how I could get past the language? Should I get Cliff Notes?
Dawnstream I suggest trying some other books from the same time period first to familiarize yourself with the language. Goodreads has lists of the Best Books of …moreI suggest trying some other books from the same time period first to familiarize yourself with the language. Goodreads has lists of the Best Books of the 19th Century and the Best Books of the 18th Century. They have some easier books and some harder books. Most of them are public domain and therefore free electronic copies are available.(less)
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The Scarlet Letter
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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