The Crucible : A Play in Four Acts

(Author) Arthur Miller
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Arthur Miller's depiction of innocent men and women destroyed by malicious rumour, The Crucible is a powerful indictment of McCarthyism and the 'frontier mentality' of Cold War America, published in Penguin Modern Classics. Arthur Miller's classic parable of mass hysteria draws a chilling parallel between the Salem witch-hunt of 1692 - 'one of the strangest and most awful chapters in human history' - and the American anti-communist purges led by Senator McCarthy in the 1950s. The story of how the small community of Salem is stirred into madness by superstition, paranoia and malice, culminating in a violent climax, is a savage attack on the evils of mindless persecution and the terrifying power of false accusations. Arthur Miller (1915-2005), American dramatist, was born in New York City. In 1938 Miller won awards for his comedy The Grass Still Grows. His major achievement was Death of a Salesman, which won the 1949 Pulitzer Prize for drama and the 1949 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award. The Crucible was aimed at the widespread congressional investigation of subversive activities in the US; the drama won the 1953 Tony Award. Miller's autobiography, Timebends: A Life was published in 1987. If you enjoyed The Crucible, you might like Miller's Death of a Salesman, also available in Penguin Modern Classics. 'One of a handful of great plays that will both survive the twentieth century and bear witness to it'John Peter, Sunday Times

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Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
126
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780141182551
Publish year:
2000
Publish date:
Feb. 24, 2000

Arthur Miller

Arthur Miller was an American playwright known for his distinctive blend of realism and social commentary. His most notable works include "Death of a Salesman," "The Crucible," and "A View from the Bridge." Miller's works often explore themes of the American Dream, family dynamics, and the consequences of moral ambiguity.

Miller's contributions to literature include his ability to create complex characters and explore the darker aspects of human nature. His plays have had a significant impact on the genre of American drama, influencing generations of playwrights to come.

"Death of a Salesman" is considered Miller's most famous work, winning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and solidifying his place as one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century. Miller's powerful storytelling and social commentary continue to resonate with audiences today.

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