He began writing at a very early age, and by the time he graduated from the University of Michigan he had begun to receive recognition as a playwright. In 1949, after returning to New York, he published his most famous work, Death of A Salesman , a critique of the industry-driven society of the city. This play received numerous awards for its literary merit, including the Pulitzer Prize for drama.
Many critics regard Death of A Salesman as the perfect embodiment of the modern American drama.
Though some criticize Miller for his colloquial tone and mundane images, Miller s distinctly modern plays continue to find applause among students, teachers, and dramatists. He would go on to publish The Crucible , an account of the Salem Witch Trials, which in popularity is probably a close second to Death of A Salesman . Copyright 1999-2000 IGD Solutions Corporation . All Rights Reserved. To print this page, please use Internet Explorer.