Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller seeks to address the loss of identity as well as the inability of a man to embrace change within society. The play addresses some of the challenges and problems facing society and the people through dreams, arguments, confrontations, and a montage of memories (Sterling 98). Lowman family is at the center of all events and actions in the play. Willy Lowman’s suicide and ultimate burial mark the end of the play Death of a Salesman. The author uses the Lowman family to highlight fundamental issues that characterize most societies, including contradiction, order, disorder, and cycle of denial. The members of the Lowman family who are at the core of actions within the Death of a Salesman include Linda, Willy,
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This affair not only defines Willy, but also influences the perception of others in relation to the character and personality of the major character (Willy Lowman). Biff, Willy’s son, had always subscribed to his father’s philosophy that everything is possible provided that a person enjoys a massive following (Sterling 98). However, he realized that Willy was never faithful to Linda in the first place. The abrupt turn of events compels Biff to reevaluate her father as well as his (father) view of the world. In essence, Willy had successfully managed to create a rather false image about society, him and even the family. That is, Willy is not and has never been a faithful or loyal husband. Death of a Salesman represents a failed attempt by a key individual to achieve the American Dream due to inappropriate ideals and …show more content…
He definitely had weaknesses that many people seem to have overlooked, and he gained incredible support and adoration in the process (Hays & Kent 2). As a salesman, Willy is not as successful as he wants everyone around him, including all family members, to believe. Besides, he does not appreciate Linda and falls short of acknowledging the fact that his success is quite marginal. Accordingly, he spends a lot of time fantasizing about the lost prospects and opportunities for fame, wealth, and notoriety. In essence, the author has effectively managed to illustrate how a self-perpetuating cycle that one individual has created can spill over to include several others (Hays & Kent 2). Although Willy is determined to ensure that his son’s adoration and affection toward him remain intact and strong, the two occasionally argue. On the other hand, Willy would sometimes criticize Biffs’ ineptitude and laziness. He would also praise the son for his ambition, diligence, and physical abilities despite the difficulties facing the
This affair not only defines Willy, but also influences the perception of others in relation to the character and personality of the major character (Willy Lowman). Biff, Willy’s son, had always subscribed to his father’s philosophy that everything is possible provided that a person enjoys a massive following (Sterling 98). However, he realized that Willy was never faithful to Linda in the first place. The abrupt turn of events compels Biff to reevaluate her father as well as his (father) view of the world. In essence, Willy had successfully managed to create a rather false image about society, him and even the family. That is, Willy is not and has never been a faithful or loyal husband. Death of a Salesman represents a failed attempt by a key individual to achieve the American Dream due to inappropriate ideals and …show more content…
He definitely had weaknesses that many people seem to have overlooked, and he gained incredible support and adoration in the process (Hays & Kent 2). As a salesman, Willy is not as successful as he wants everyone around him, including all family members, to believe. Besides, he does not appreciate Linda and falls short of acknowledging the fact that his success is quite marginal. Accordingly, he spends a lot of time fantasizing about the lost prospects and opportunities for fame, wealth, and notoriety. In essence, the author has effectively managed to illustrate how a self-perpetuating cycle that one individual has created can spill over to include several others (Hays & Kent 2). Although Willy is determined to ensure that his son’s adoration and affection toward him remain intact and strong, the two occasionally argue. On the other hand, Willy would sometimes criticize Biffs’ ineptitude and laziness. He would also praise the son for his ambition, diligence, and physical abilities despite the difficulties facing the