The Crucible

The Crucible

  

by Arthur Miller

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Sample of Related History & Literature on Shmoop


  1. Cold War: McCarthyism & the Red Scare
    This historical background can really help shed light on the play.

  2. Miller and McCarthy
    Arthur Miller was questioned by McCarthy and the House Un-American Activities Committee. Read all about it here.