Crucible: Arthur Miller

This collection of critical and biographical articles now covers 219 notable authors from the 17th century to the present. Signed essays by noted scholars ranging in length from 12-15 pages, provide thought-provoking insights into the lives, careers and works of American authors. The essays are written in an appealing style, include numerous quotations and conclude with bibliographies for further study.

In 1953, amid U.S. fear of Communist infiltration, Arthur Miller wrote The Crucible, exploring the 1692 Salem witch trials. Some critics see the play as political allegory. It is also hero John Proctor's struggle for personal integrity in the face of social pressure that has ensured The Crucible's enduring worldwide popularity.