In my opinion, Willy Loman's work is always in pursuit of denying the truth and being vulnerable. When Willy was young, his father left, which led to the fact that his male identity didn't take shape. Moreover, he always craves the affirmation of others. Since we are human beings and not Superman, we can't always have the admiration of others. Willy goes so far in lying that he can't understand the facts and truths of life.

The work is completely written against capitalism, which is also vulnerable. Arthur Miller was born in 1929 and his life was influenced. Well, it's obvious where the finger of accusation points.

But Linda -_- Oh, what a blind woman! She always has hope for her family. Just stop being a woman like that!!!! Is hope good? No, not at all. Just as Biff said, she is the most deluded of the deluded, and I repeat his words.

I don't know whether to be angry with Willy because of his betrayal or with Linda because of her stupid delusions. Is it because Linda mends his stockings while Willy goes to buy stockings for his mistress?

In my opinion, more than being a critique of capitalism, this critique was a lie to itself!

Let's go through it from an ideological perspective. Since it's an article, several friends also took the trouble to reference it. I read it and I really didn't like it. Because it was far from the truth. Firstly, "Willy Loman" is not a victim of the capitalist system. But rather, more than anything, he is a victim of the lies he tells himself. Otherwise, why did his son Charley turn out well and what about Charley himself? In my opinion, the discussion should not be sacrificed by limiting it to ideological issues.

How much are the costs of human mistakes in life? Willy Loman was not a bad person. But for years, he not only lied to his wife and children, but more importantly, he lied to himself. He wanted to be something he wasn't. He insisted on being a salesman while his work in repairs and with his hands was always excellent. But he didn't want to believe it and because of this, he made the difficult life he had. These hardships are not proportional to the individual's sin and all the problems of humanity with life are like this. A man falls to the ground every time. He gets up again and with a stronger will, he continues on the path and falls again. Gets up again and so on, spending a lifetime in one place. Really, many times we understand very late or even never understand who is called cowardice and who is called courage and perseverance. Sometimes we are so much at the mercy of the force of time that we have no other way. With all this, however, the world is the same for all of us. The problems of humanity that some of them are well manifested in this play are this. The problem is that life has no back button.

In the lie that grows bigger day by day in this story, the whole family is guilty. Especially, Linda's sin should not be hidden. Linda, a woman who always praises her husband and despite the reality of Willy's life, still doesn't do anything. Because in order to make her father and mother happy, she always prefers to lie and hide the truth from them. And Willy, who contrary to the realities of his work, always brings good news of the day to the house. Everyone seemingly has good intentions. But in fact, they are destroying each other. Happy is the only one who can shout "We are nothing" and break the lie in that house. But unfortunately, hearing the truth is not very pleasant for anyone. And that's when all these years, in the presence of each individual in the house, it has taken root.

We should not easily pass by this "I am nothing". It's a zero point. It can push a person to strive and struggle. Although there is no guarantee of success in work. Happy had the dream of working in a ranch in his mind. At the end of the story, he also left and left the house forever. Will he be successful? As always, there is no guarantee in work. But one thing that definitely guarantees failure and frustration is living in the shadow of a lie.

A powerful tragedy, full of emotions and the harsh reality of life. Arthur Miller, with a simple yet impactful story, creates the image of a man who has been chasing success and is gradually being eroded by it. Willy Loman is that very person who, in a society where only the result matters, keeps struggling and no one stops for him.

The dialogues are extremely vivid and natural. The play has a good rhythm and continuously infuses the sense of fear and hopelessness into the audience. The characterizations of Willy, Biff, and even Linda are very good, and each one completes a corner of this tragedy. The moments when the past and the present collide in Willy's mind are extraordinarily powerful.

From the text of the book:

I paid the last installment of the house today.

Today, my dear. But there's no one in the house anymore.

These days, it seems that I get a great deal of pleasure from reading plays.

The death of a salesman is also one of those extraordinary masterpieces. It starts with a normal rhythm, but from a certain point on, it becomes impossible to put it down.

You read the entire work as if you are touching on all the contradictions between the capitalist system and human nature. The salesman, who was once healthy, young, and full of energy, had his desires, but now that he needs more help and support than ever before, he is callously cast aside by the system, regardless of all the detailed and far-reaching consequences related to his life and death.

The sudden flashbacks to the past have also become interesting. There, where the man truly becomes hopeless about the continuation of his life and the realization of his dreams, he reaches out to the hem of his memories, when he was still ignorant of the future and had a hopeful path to fulfill his dreams and aspirations.

The American dream life of the characters in the story is nothing more than a fraud for paying off debts, pledges, and installments. Installments that, until they are completed in the middle and bring a certain prosperity with them, no one else has fought for this healthy lifestyle to benefit from this prosperity.

“Death of a Salesman” is an astonishing classic in every sense. It is truly gripping, moving, touching, and painful. In a world where people are judged solely by their material achievements and investments, this profound piece of literature serves as an alarming reminder that what matters may not be what one pursues or desires. Life is simply about living for the sake of others: A man is useful as long as he contributes to society and becomes useless once he stops. In such a society, there is no incentive for emotional or spiritual achievements; there is no place for being liked based solely on one's personality. For Willy Loman, the main character and hero of this play, this is what causes the most agony and desolation. His emotional crisis begins when he realizes that he is unable to reconcile his dreams with the real world. He is old, weak, and no longer useful to the sales company. “He cannot grasp the true personal, emotional, spiritual understanding of himself as a literal ‘loman’ or ‘low man.’ Willy is too driven by his own ‘willy’-ness or perverse ‘willfulness’ to recognize the slanted reality that his desperate mind has created.” (Note the significant choice of the main character's name: “Willy” and the family name: “Loman”. His two sons are also named “Happy” and “Biff”. Happy is blindly ambitious and optimistic, while Biff is strict and realistic.) Through the imaginary advice of his deceased brother, “Ben”, Willy finally comes to understand the reality, and his suicide at the end of the story represents a partial realization that he is unable to achieve his materialistic dream. He believes that this sacrifice will leave a valuable inheritance for his family, mostly for Biff, his oldest son, to fulfill his fantasy.

Let's quickly summarize! It is far beyond my ability to write a proper review of this play. It is truly wonderful! The messages, themes, and emotions resonate just as clearly today as they did a century ago. (If this isn't the meaning of a classic? “A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say.” That's what Italo Calvino said.)

[I couldn't resist copying this beautiful closing paragraph from the book here (a requiem for Willy by his friend, Charley, at his funeral)]:

\\n  “Nobody dast blame this man. You don’t understand: Willy was a salesman. And for a salesman, there is no rock bottom to the life. He don’t put a bolt to a nut, he don’t tell you the law or give you medicine. He’s man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a Shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back — that’s an earthquake. And then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory.”\\n

This is one of the most amazing plays I've ever read! Strongly recommended to all. Don't miss the opportunity to read or watch it.

Written by: Scattered Memories - 25 December 2014 - Main Hall of the City Theater - Performance of Death of a Salesman

\\"!Death of a Salesman is a wonderful death\\"

“Well, dear, life is a casting off.” (p. 15)

Willy Loman serves as a cautionary tale of how easily many of us can veer off course in life. He mistreats his spouse, deceives himself, and pushes his children to chase after money and popularity, even at the expense of the things they truly love, like working on a farm under the warm sun. He allows foolish pride to dictate his decisions, leading to a life filled with regret and unfulfilled dreams.

There is a right way to approach life – doing what you enjoy, spending quality time with and truly appreciating your family. However, Willy embodies the wrong mindset, as evidenced by his beliefs such as “Be liked and you will never want.” (p. 33) and “The only thing you got in this world is what you can sell.” (p. 97).

We should strive not to be like Willy. We don't want to reach the end of a three-decade career only to find that our dreams remain unfulfilled and our family relationships are strained. We don't want to come to the end of our lives and realize that the person who loved and defended us the most is the one we treated the worst. Let us learn from Willy's mistakes and choose a different path, one that leads to a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I'm usually not much for modern authors and their down-to-earth realism.

This is mainly because most of them fail to create any sort of psychological or emotional interest.

However, this work about the Simple Tragedy is an exception.

I found it to be true, funny, and inspiring.

It manages to capture the essence of human nature and the various emotions that come with it.

Although it may not be on the same level as Chekhov's masterpieces, very few works are.

This piece stands out among modern literature for its ability to engage the reader on multiple levels.

It shows that even in the simplest of tragedies, there can be moments of humor and inspiration.

The author has done a great job of bringing the story to life and making it relatable to the reader.

Overall, it's a refreshing and enjoyable read that I would highly recommend.

This book turned out to be far better than my initial expectations. I had anticipated a dull and simplistic read, but to my surprise, it was quite the opposite.

4/5

There was a significant amount of action in the story, even though at first glance, those scenes might not seem overly exciting. The characters were truly engaging and added depth to the narrative.

I felt a sense of pity for Willy, who was so determined to pursue his dream of being a successful salesman, despite his lack of actual success. It was also disheartening to see how he failed to recognize his mistakes and the reality of his situation. His numerous flashbacks often interfered with the present events, making it difficult for him to move forward.

Biff was another character that I found appealing. He underwent a transformation throughout the book, and I liked the way he finally realized that he should have been that way from the beginning.

The ending, while somewhat predictable, was still upsetting. It left me with a sense of melancholy and a realization of the harsh realities of life.

Overall, this book exceeded my expectations, and I enjoyed reading it. However, I probably would have preferred to read it at my own pace rather than in a school setting.

Arthur Miller is a prominent figure in contemporary American theater. His works have left a profound impact on the stage. One of his most renowned plays is "Death of a Salesman."

This play presents a realistic portrayal of the human condition. It delves deep into the dreams, hopes, and disappointments of Willy Loman and his family. Through their story, Miller explores themes such as the American Dream, the nature of success and failure, and the importance of family.

The play challenges our perceptions and makes us question our own beliefs and values. It forces us to confront the harsh realities of life and the choices we make. It shows us that sometimes, despite our best efforts, things don't always work out the way we expect them to.

"Death of a Salesman" is a powerful and thought-provoking play that continues to resonate with audiences today. It is a testament to Arthur Miller's genius as a playwright and his ability to capture the essence of the human experience.

We should not mistake Arthur Miller for Henry Miller, as they are both famous Americans but with different literary styles. Arthur Miller's theater is far from being trivial. It is a true reflection of society, with no room for error or triviality. It makes us see the whole society in the events of one family.

As we read or watch the play, we cannot help but feel sympathy and sadness. We see how the dream has turned into a real mirage, and how the line between trust and pride has disappeared in the false hopes and empty words.

We never expected that the world would treat us like fruit! It eats us and then throws us away without any remorse or hesitation. We wonder to what extent the beautiful world can keep us safe, and to what extent we can expect loyalty. We question whether people's memories are strong enough, and whether anyone will remember us in the same beautiful or important way as when we were young.

We also think about our children. Do we think that our dreams alone are enough to create a bright future for them? Is love alone enough? Is trust alone the way to success? Why do some people succeed even though they don't have any significant abilities in our eyes, while others fail despite having health, beauty, and intelligence? Is the problem in the availability of abilities, or in the ability to use them?

Willy Loman, the salesman, is a man who expected a lot, feared a lot, and got very little. He lost more than he gained despite his hard work and great hope. He expected the world to carry him when he was tired and sick, but he found that the first ones to betray him were those he had served all his life.

The elderly, when they get old, we stay up with them, and when they get sick, we take care of them. But we can't imagine the amount of disappointment that increases their suffering when they see that those they have sacrificed for all their lives are the ones who doubt and betray them.

What kind of feeling can we have when we finally pay the last installment of the house of our dreams after twenty-five years, while at the same time giving it up to strangers? We have read before a saying that says, "Never expect the world to treat you like your mother, to wake you up in the morning and then invite you to dinner in the evening."

This play makes us think about these questions and more. It makes us realize that life is not always easy, and that we have to face its challenges with courage and determination. It also reminds us of the importance of family, love, and friendship in our lives.