Bear Skin #102
Death of a Salesman
Death of a Salesman [1949] written by Arthur Miller can also be paraphrased as “Death of the American Dream.” The celebrated play is considered to be one of the greatest plays of the 20th century. The play examines the life of Willy Loman, a businessman who is losing his grip on reality. Willy’s dissolution lies in his belief […]
The Crucible
It is fascinating to discover that Arthur Miller’s brilliant 1953 play, “The Crucible” which portrays the 17th century Salem witch trials in Massachusetts, is in fact an allegory of the political climate of his day. The play, which recounts the circumstances surrounding the trial and execution of various New Englanders on charges of witchcraft, is […]