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Dimmesdale Pleads for Hester and Pearl from "The Scarlet Letter". Hester appeals to Arthur Dimmesdale to speak for her. Dimmesdale, though pale and agitated, argues eloquently that Pearl is both a blessing and a retribution…

during the visit to the Governor's mansion

Dimmesdale Pleads for Hester and Pearl

Hester appeals to Arthur Dimmesdale to speak for her. Dimmesdale, though pale and agitated, argues eloquently that Pearl is both a blessing and a retribution for Hester, and that the child should remain with her mother. His passionate plea convinces the Governor to let Hester keep Pearl. Pearl, in a rare moment of tenderness, kisses Dimmesdale's hand.