Arthur Miller
17 October 1915 – 10 February 2005
Arthur Miller was an American playwright, essayist, and screenwriter regarded as one of the greatest dramatists of the 20th century. His major works, including 'Death of a Salesman' and 'The Crucible', explore moral responsibility, the American Dream, and the individual's conflict with society.
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Life events
Born into a Jewish family in Harlem, Manhattan.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe studied journalism and playwriting, winning student writing awards.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe play won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe play used the Salem witch trials as an allegory for McCarthyism.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe married the film star Marilyn Monroe; the marriage lasted until 1961.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe was found in contempt for refusing to name others to the House Un-American Activities Committee; the conviction was later overturned.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe led the international writers' organization, advocating for persecuted writers.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe died of heart failure at his home at age 89.
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