The Conflict Between Free Will And Determinism In The Crucible By Arthur Miller

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The conflict between free will and determinism is a rampant and recurring theme in society throughout the ages. The Crucible, written by Arthur Miller is an open criticism of the McCarthy Era, taking place in the United States at the at the time the play was published in 1953. Subsequently, the text reflects the events of its context, rife with demonization and ideological persecution. Throughout the text Miller explores several ideas related to the conflict between free will and determinism, the most prominent and underlying, which communicates the message that everyone has the capacity for free will regardless of the type of society they reside in. This is shown throughout the text when the author uses individual desire as a symbol of free
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