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Title: The Crucible
Review: This novel takes place in 1600's Salem, Massachusetts. Abigail Williams, along with several other women from the village, have been accused of witchcraft. If they do not admit to these accusations, they will be hanged. I believe the theme Miller is trying to convey throughout this novel is hysteria. People are accusing these women of crimes for which they have no proof of their guilt. The major conflict in the book is that society is too accusatory. Everyone is guilty by association in their eyes. Miller uses metaphors throughout the novel to allow you to visualize objects better in your mind. I did not like this novel because it's characters are too suspicious and unreasonable. They threaten people with death if they do not admit to crimes they didn't commit. It's crazy! The novel itself was just depressing to me. I would not recommend it to anyone.
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