Christopher Bigsby and Arthur Miller shared a regular correspondence which stretched over nearly three decades of friendship. Their interaction and collaboration included a unique series of recorded interviews which now bring fresh and surprising perspectives to the life, thought and creative motivations of one of the greatest modern dramatists. The conversations range richly across topics such as the notorious McCarthy trials, the intent behind Miller's own work, and his family dynamics and relationships – including his short-lived marriage to Marilyn Monroe. Containing new insights into Miller's celebrated plays, including extensive meditations on Death of a Salesman and The Crucible, these illuminating interviews also give readers unrivalled access to the playwright himself.

'This is a transfixing, fantastic record of a playwright's vision. As an actor and director, I found it an invaluable piece of work.'

Brian Cox - Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actor and director

‘The Arthur Miller Tapes is consistently illuminating, enjoyable and full of unexpected insights. I'd thoroughly recommend it to anyone interested in twentieth-century theatre, culture or politics.'

Richard Eyre - theatre director, writer and former Artistic Director of the National Theatre

'Only Christopher Bigsby would have the deep and comprehensive knowledge of Arthur Miller's life and work to enable him to ask such insightful questions. And because Arthur trusted and respected Chris, he always answers incisively and without evasion. Bigsby enables him to speak uninterrupted, allowing us to hear Arthur Miller's voice as if we were in the room with him.'

David Thacker - theatre, film and television director, former Director of the Young Vic. Professor of Theatre and Film, University of Greater Manchester