Another character, Anne Putnam is seeking revenge on Rebecca Nurse, the midwife in the novel. ... The first 7 of her babies were all stillborn, and the only other person present during the births was the midwife, Rebecca. Anne believes that Rebecca has murdered her babies using witchcraft, most likely because she is trying to put the blame on anyone but herself. ...
She eventually blames Nurse's wife, Rebecca, knowing that her husband dispises Rebecca's husband. ... Hale then inquirers as to what Rebecca is charged for, to which Nurse replies, "For murder, she's charged. ... The Putnam's finally get their vengeance on the Nurse's when Rebecca is accused and hanged. ...
The Crucible is a wonderfully written book by Arthur Miller in the 1950's. He created this book superbly and was rewarded for his many other writings. Even though The Crucible was not the most successful book that Miller wrote, it was popular and still is popular in many places around the world. ...
Revenge and jealousy is a very powerful form of motivation where someone will do everything to pursue their own personal gain. The Crucible, by Arthur Miller illustrates and demonstrates the extent that personal vengeance can have on a society where townsmen accuse their own. The trials in the Cruci...
Danforth, I am writing to you with concern, and I am prayerful of you to review the present actions of what our Christian town is becoming. The situation of our community and the court is being undermined by these ludicrous alligations of witchery and is being solely conducted by Abigail William...
