The Crucible is a play which delivers an astute philosophical discourse about the power of collective consciousness and the over bearing strength and control of a deluded ecclesiastical oligarchy. Miller achieves the powerful impact of such a universal theme by focusing on the personal. We observe the sense of struggle and dramatic conflict that arises out of the tension between individual characters and the power and demands of such a society. The power of the …showed first 75 words of 919 total…

…showed last 75 words of 919 total…masquerade as morality: Thomas Putnam's 'land lust', Abigail's 'whore vengeance', Paris' corruption and Danforth's resolution of the statutes. Miller skillfully employs language for us to realise the growing power of his play and the social statements entailed. 'The Crucible', has the primitive power to compel the audiences attention. 'The Crucible' is a brilliantly crafted play, in which we see a suffocating world of the fanatic, against which the intellect and will are powerless. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**