1. Marxist Perspective: Death of a Salesman
The major theme in Death of a Salesman was the pursuit of this dream. ... Arthur Miller's depiction of the American Dream in Death of a Salesman was written in postwar America. ... In the play, Death of a Salesman, Willy Loman is a perfect example of someone who is trying to pursue this dream. The word "death- in the title not only refers to Willy's actual death but should also make a reference to "death- of the dream. ... Willy has a wife and two kids, Biff and Happy. ...
- Word Count: 1921
- Approx Pages: 8
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- Grade Level: High School