Hawthrone chooses to start Chapter 1 at a prison-door so it can set the mood of this very somber story. The crowd is disgusted by Hester's actions, which is why Hester's punishment and the crowd's reaction tell us that the Puritans valued loyalty, respect, and strictly followed the Bible. Hawtthrone's depiction of Hester conflicts with these values and this setting because Hester is demeanor is very neutral and she doesn't seem too effected by what's happening; if anything she looks almost proud of this punishment. Chapters 1 and 2 of Scarlet Letter were so amazing and I can't wait to continue reading it.
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