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The Crucible is a play about the Salem witch trials written by Arthur Miller. The actually word “crucible” has many meanings, it can be a synonym for the word cauldron. Not only does a witch uses cauldrons, Miller uses it as a metaphor to show how many characters in the play were stirred and mixed around during the Salem trials. The word “crucible” according to Webster's Dictionary can mean “a place or situation in which different elements interact to produce something new.” The Crucible also contains

Elia Kazan and Arthur Miller had been good friends for quite a long time. Miller and Kazan could have made some of the best films and plays in the world, but they let things come between them. They worked on films and plays together. They had a professional and personal relationship, however The Red Scare destroyed that. The threat of communism also broke them apart. Arthur Miller was a playwright who wrote plays such as “The Crucible” and “Death of a Salesman”. Miller was a kind man and wanted

Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller The play, Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller, takes issue with those in America who place too much stress upon material gain, at the expense of other, more admirable human values. Miller uses flashbacks to provide exposition, to foreshadow the upcoming tragedy, and most importantly to reveal character traits. An analysis of the main character, Willy Loman, illustrates the underlying theme that the concern over material success breaks down the bonds between

The Crucible is a 1950’s dramatized play based on the Salem Witch Trials that were held in the late 1600’s. Elia Kazan and Arthur Miller both played major roles in the creation of the play. Miller wrote the play, while Kazan directed it. They were an excellent team. Their close relationship is was shaped the play into something extraordinary. They used new techniques to capture the recreation of the trials. The two were ahead of their time; this caused jealousy amongst their peers. Elia was

The Crucible by Arthur Miller displayed many heroic factors done by village folk when accusations of witchcraft were being spread left and right throughout the land. The character Mary Warren stuck out to me because, even though she was mostly a wimp, she committed some heroic actions of her own that not many people in the twenty first century can find in their hearts to do. There were many aspects that Mary had, but I have decided to narrow it down to timid, dishonest, and weak as her three characteristics

The fear of communist regimes which dominated the citizenry of America, heavily influenced Miller’s representation of the dangers of political authority and tensions it may create, in particular, the manipulation of mass hysteria for political gain. Miller renders hysteria tearing apart the community of Salem, creating individuals abnormal behaviour eventually ruining personals in the process. This is exemplified by the vindictive character Abigail Williams when the political situation which leads her

demonstrated by Proctor’s tampering with the stewed rabbit, implies an innate desire to please, yet demonstrates his detached understanding of relationships. When viewed through an archetypal perspective this suggests that Miller has constructed an archetypal loner. However, Miller can also be seen constructing a dynamic representation, where Proctor’s development from a Loner into the heroic figure retaliating the tyranny of Abigail’s villainous archetype, subsequently establishing Proctor as the protagonist

U.S. presidential election, to the 9/11 attacks and the Salem Witch Trials; Society has, and always will, have a strong influence on the way an individual behaves. Arthur Millers’ The Crucible is set in the town of Salem, Massachusetts in 1692 and demonstrates the extent to which external factors can influence a situation. Miller utilizes argumentative dialogue between the Proctors and Danforth, and foil characters of Parris and Proctor, and Elizabeth and Abigail, to portray how societal beliefs impact

Death of A Salesman, written by Arthur Miller, is a play based on the turmoil within an average American family. Miller wrote Death of A Salesman easily showcasing the elements of drama. I was easily able to follow the plot, identify with his characters, and picture the setting. The main theme of the plot seemed to be Willy reaching for the "American Dream". Financial success, business success, outwardly perfect family, revered by your peers, and in general respected by all. Early on in

Arthur Miller: An American Author Unique to the literary history of America, Arthur Miller’s work shows significant impact upon the public and the history of the country. On October 17, 1915, Augusta and Isidore and Augusta Miller welcomed their son, Arthur Miller, into the world. Although Miller was born in Harlem, New York, his family moved to Brooklyn when Miller’s father, Isidore, lost his clothing company. Initially, the company provided the family with a considerable income, allowing them