The Time of the Toad

Set against the backdrop of the 1940s political climate, this work delves into the experiences of Dalton Trumbo and fellow artists during the Red Scare. It highlights their anti-war and anti-fascist beliefs, which led to their persecution by the House Committee on Un-American Activities. The narrative examines the personal and societal consequences of political repression, including Trumbo's imprisonment and subsequent blacklisting, while addressing the broader philosophical implications of their defiance and the fight for artistic freedom.