The overlying theme in Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman- is about the "American Dream-, which means success, and what it takes to achieve it. ... In the play Willy plays a career salesman that never advanced in life; with many tragic flaws that ultimately lead to his downfall. ... Because of Willy's idolizing of Ben he appears in the end as a spirit to guide Willy through his last moments until his death, though he is only a figment of Willy's mind. ... As Bernard and Biff grow up, Bernard is the one that studies in school and works for his grades while Biff plays sports an...

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Seeking the American Dream of Success Arthur Miller"'s "" Death of A Salesman"" could be described as a study in the American Dream ideology, a system that at times is indescribably brutal and at other times compassionates. ... Written in 1949, Death of a Salesman is widely regarded by many as one of the masterpiece play of 20th century. ... Its impact on our society has been so great that students, ranging from high school students to university students study Death of a Salesman and attempt to interpret its message. ... Given the complex and compelling traits of the male characters in D...

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• Grade Level: High School