Sincerely Yours, Arthur Miller.
Published In: Atlantic, 2024, v. 333, n. 3. P. 68 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Miller, Arthur 3 of 3
Abstract
In a newly discovered letter, playwright Arthur Miller discusses how he adapted Shakespearean tragedy to a society characterized by unbridled optimism. He explains that he learned from Shakespeare that words themselves can effectively set the scene, eliminating the need for elaborate plot machinery. Miller also discusses the concept of the Fall in tragedy, stating that in a democratic society, any class can experience a tragic downfall. He argues that the frustration of the creative act is the cause of our hatred for each other, and that society should reward those who give and create rather than those who accumulate. Miller concludes by stating that the history of mankind is an attempt to form a society in which it pays to be good. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Atlantic. 2024/04, Vol. 333, Issue 3, p68
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Literature and Writing
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:1072-7825
- Accession Number:175894673
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