In the play, All My Sons by Arthur Miller, which is set during World War II, Joe Keller, a wealthy businessman, fails to uphold his social duties..
All My Sons Summary by Arthur Miller
Summary of All My Sons In the play, All My Sons by Arthur Miller, which is set during World War II, Joe Keller, a wealthy businessman, fails to uphold his social duties and fails to comprehend society's role because he is consumed by greed for money throughout the conflict. The Title of the Play Joe Keller's ultimate revelation that all 21 of the pilots murdered as a result of their defective cylinders were similar to his sons gives the title "All My Sons" its justification. He learns through Larry's suicide letter that they were all fighting for the country and its citizens, families, etc., and that every single one of them lost their lives as a result of their error (including his son who dies out of shame and guilt). The Setting of the Play The Keller house, a multi-story home with 7 rooms located in a small town, serves as the stage for the whole narrative. The 1940s post-World War II era is when the families of the men who enlisted in the military are reunited. Vo…
