Title: CliffsNotes on Miller's The crucible
Description: The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.   CliffsNotes on The Crucible takes you into Arthur Miller's play about good and evil, self-identity and morality.   Following the atmosphere and action of the Salem witch trials of the 1600s, this study guide looks into Puritan culture with critical commentaries about each act and scene. Other features that help you figure out this important work include    Life and background of the author  Introduction to the play  Character web and in-depth analyses of the major roles  Summaries and glossaries related to each act  Essays that explore the author's narrative technique and the play's historical setting  A review section that tests your knowledge and suggests essay topics and practice projects  A Resource Center for checking out details on books, publications, and Internet resources     Classic literature or modern-day treasure -- you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
Subjects: Examinations, In literature, Literary Criticism, Nonfiction, Study guides, Trials (Witchcraft) in literature, Witchcraft in literature, American Historical drama, American drama, American literature, outlines, syllabi, etc., Historical drama, American drama (dramatic works by one author)
Places: Salem (Mass.)
People: Arthur Miller (1915-)