The Scarlet Letter What is important about Chillingworth's first conversation with Hester in the prison? Asked by bookragstutor 13 years ago 11/28/2012 8:47 AM Last updated by anonymous 12 years ago 12/23/2012 1:04 AM
It gives the reader insight into what his motives are for remaining incognito as well as letting the reader know what he intends to do to Dimmsdale. It also gives the reader an understanding of why Hester doesn't reveal him to the towns leaders.
