why, according to nathaniel hawthorne, were there few physicians in boston?
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Be sure to read the section called Revolutionary Era.
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Another place to check would be the beginning of Chapter 9, The Leech
does anyone know where i can get a modern day translatin of the scarlet letter? one that's easy to understand?
The Puritans in Boston attraced few educated men to join them. The zeal the Puritans felt and expressed had little attraction to the medical profession, and amongst the Puritans, few doctors existed.
Well, it seems like Nathaniel Hawthorne believed that the Puritans in Boston didn't really appeal to the medical profession with their zealous ways. So, because of their lack of charm, the city ended up with few doctors. Maybe the Puritans just didn't know the right prescription for humor!
According to Nathaniel Hawthorne, there were few physicians in Boston during the time of the Puritans because the Puritans' religious fervor and strict adherence to their beliefs did not attract many educated men to their community. This lack of attraction towards the medical profession resulted in a scarcity of doctors among the Puritans.
To find more information about this, you can refer to Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel, "The Scarlet Letter." In particular, you may find insights in the Revolutionary Era section or at the beginning of Chapter 9 titled "The Leech."
If you are looking for a modern-day translation of "The Scarlet Letter" that is easy to understand, you might consider checking websites such as SparkNotes or CliffsNotes. These websites often provide summaries, analyses, and explanations of literary works, including "The Scarlet Letter," in a simplified and accessible manner. Additionally, you might find contemporary adaptations or retellings of the novel that provide a more modern language style. It may be helpful to search online bookstores or libraries for such adaptations.