Death of a Salesman

Death of a Salesman Several very important things come to light regarding Biff and Willy's relationship during the scene contained in the pages 129-133 of Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller. Biff finally comes out and confronts Willy about the pressure and expectations that he has placed on him throughout his life. One could say that the major conflict of the play unwinds during these few pages, as the two men completely let out …

…delusion, his death was too. During this scene, the philosophy of each main character is revealed. All of the characters are forced to look at their lives and definitions of success. Willy and Biff finally confront each other, making for one of the most important and interesting scenes of the play. The importance of this scene springs from the fact that it develops and conveys the moral and overall theme of Death of a Salesman.