Death of a Saleman; general Vision

This modern American 20th Century play by Arthur Miller, presents us with a very pessimistic view of life, filled with the social realism concerning the plight of the modern man. In particularly this is promoted by the fake existence that is the American Dream. Willy believes that one who is “well liked” and “personally attractive” will deservedly acquire the comforts and success offered by modern American life. However these superficial qualities have to face against …

…something behind. Willy has yearned to make a difference in his life. The only way he can live with himself is to live in a world of illusion, resulting in a dysfunctional family life. It will also ultimately result in Willy’s downfall. It ends with Will believing that a man is “worth more dead than alive”. Miller uses Willy Loman as a demonstration of a common man who is defeated by society’s demands.