1. Crucible
The Crucible The Crucible written by Arthur Miller in 1953 is a classic American work. It is a story not only of witches, but also of love, lust and above all betrayal. ... Both contain intense trial scenes and endings that are horrific and tragic. The accused are hanged and life in Salem, Massachusetts goes on. ... The play does not produce the same effect as the movie and makes the reader less angry about what happened in Salem in 1692 and how it affected not only the accused and their families but also the whole colony of Massachusetts. ...
- Word Count: 2560
- Approx Pages: 10
- Grade Level: High School