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Chapter Book · Ages 18–+ · 1946 · Est. 3.5 hour read
The Crucible
Part of the Penguin Plays series
A village spirals into chaos as witchcraft accusations spread, testing faith and morality.
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152 pages· 35,560 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
In 1692 Salem, a teenager's accusation of witchcraft ignites a frenzy, engulfing the village in fear and suspicion. As hysteria spreads, the line between personal vendettas and collective madness blurs. Can anyone escape the grip of paranoia, or will the community's rigid beliefs lead to its downfall? This gripping tale challenges the boundaries of conscience and the power of mass hysteria, echoing timeless societal issues.
From the publisher
The enduring classic drama of the Salem witch trials was inspired by the political witch-hunting activities of Senator Joseph McCarthy in the ‘50s. Though set in the 17th century, “The Crucible” presents issues still gnawing at modern society.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 152
- Words
- 35,560
- Reading age
- 18–99+
- Audience
- Adult
- Lexile
- ~769L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.9
- F&P level
- ~R
- AR points
- 5
- AR interest level
- UG
- AR quiz
- 734
Publication
- Published
- October 28, 1976
- First published
- May 1, 1946
- Publisher
- Penguin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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