Paper Details
Arthur Miller’s Tragic Heroes
Authors
Pradeep Kumar
Abstract
Arthur Miller's heroes, found in dramas like "All My Sons," "Death of a Salesman," "The Crucible," and "A View from the Bridge," are ordinary individuals shaped by the American Dream's complexities. Miller, deeply engaged in contemporary social issues, explores the interplay between the individual and society, emphasizing personal responsibility. Unlike classical tragic heroes, Miller's protagonists face struggles rooted in societal dynamics rather than external fate. "All My Sons" depicts Joe Keller's moral dilemma, "Death of a Salesman" explores Willy Loman's tragic pursuit of success, "The Crucible" examines John Proctor's clash with conscience, and "A View from the Bridge" portrays Eddie's disintegration. Miller's heroes, flawed yet relatable, reflect the human condition's complexities.
Keywords
Arthur Miller, Tragic Heroes, American Dream
Citation
Arthur Miller’s Tragic Heroes. Pradeep Kumar. 2022. IJIRCT, Volume 8, Issue 3. Pages 1-8. https://www.ijirct.org/viewPaper.php?paperId=2312011