The Crucible
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English Coursework: The Crucible Dear John, Before you discard this letter in disgust, hear what I have to say. It may benefit you, and all those near you greatly. By showing me, if not the court, the powerful and undeniably accurate beliefs you have, you have made a marked change in me. I came to this town full of conviction and authority, thinking I "knew" about witches and was determined to pursue them with vigour. Now, as I look upon those times, I realise that I have less sympathy for the way the witch-hunt has been conducted. I have discovered that my real sympathies lie with the accused and not with the accusers. Only you, in your wisdom and with your unclouded judgement saw that sometimes even the best courts could be wrong. To mix religion and law has brought great grief upon this village, and only you can turn it...

