About the Author
Arthur Miller
ISBN 9780141189963
Rs. 640
Penguin Classics
A View from the Bridge
Who it's for: Readers interested in classic American drama and moral dilemmas
Arthur Miller's "A View from the Bridge" is a stark drama set within a 1950s Italian-American longshoreman community in Brooklyn. It tells the story of Eddie Carbone, whose possessive love for his niece Catherine leads to a series of moral and legal conflicts when two illegal immigrant cousins arrive. The play examines themes of justice, betrayal, and the destructive power of obsession.Why You Should Read? Explores themes of justice, morality, and family loyalty in a close-knit community. Presents a compelling study of immigrant life and societal pressures in mid-20th century America. Engages with the complexities of human desire and its tragic consequences. Offers insight into the clash between personal codes and legal systems.
Highlights
- Set in a 1950s Italian-American longshoreman community in Brooklyn
- Centers on Eddie Carbone's possessive love for his niece Catherine
- Explores moral and legal conflicts when illegal immigrant cousins arrive
- Examines themes of justice, betrayal, and destructive obsession
- Offers insight into immigrant life and societal pressures in mid-20th century America
Themes
Available formats
1 formatPaperback
Physical
All 77 Districts COD
Nationwide cash on delivery
7-day exchange
Damage or wrong edition
Genuine print
Direct from publishers
Specifications
10 detailsAbout the author
Community Reviews
Sign in to Write a ReviewWrong edition? Want a different title?
Tell us about a book, edition or format you'd like us to stock — or flag anything off about this page.
Sign in to send us a message - it lets us reply and keeps out spam.
Sign inMore from Arthur Miller
All by Arthur Miller →
Questions about this book
What is the setting of the play?
The play is set in a 1950s Italian-American longshoreman community in Brooklyn.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Eddie Carbone, whose possessive love for his niece Catherine drives the plot.
What are the central themes?
The play examines themes of justice, betrayal, family loyalty, and the destructive power of obsession.
What conflict arises in the story?
Moral and legal conflicts arise when two illegal immigrant cousins arrive, challenging Eddie's personal code and family dynamics.
What does the play offer insight into?
It offers insight into immigrant life and societal pressures in mid-20th century America, as well as the clash between personal codes and legal systems.