Review: 'The Crucible' by Arthur Miller

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'The Crucible' by Arthur Miller, 143 pages - Instagram @c_reads_books

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The Crucible by Arthur Miller is a play that tells a story about the witch-hunts and mass hysteria that was seventeenth-century Salem, Massachusetts. With women being accused left and right, it is obvious that no one is safe from the absurd allegations going around town. Elizabeth Proctor’s accusation of being a witch is the basis for this story’s plot, with the townspeople insisting that she be taken to trial. It is apparent that even people who have known Elizabeth for years are eager to turn on her however, when they hear of the charges she has been faced with.

I fairly enjoyed this book. It truly illustrated the dangers of accusations and false charges. The Salem witch-hunts and trials is a period in history that truly interests and astounds me. Looking back, it seems ridiculous that such a period of mass hysteria over absurd allegations could even happen. For this reason, a story such as this is all the more intriguing to delve into, making it one I would strongly recommend!