Oxford Literature Companions: Death of a Salesman
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Description
Contents
Reviews
Language
English
ISBN
9780198399032
Front Cover
Title Page
Contents
Introduction
Plot and Structure
Plot
Structure
Context
Biography of Arthur Miller
Historical context
Theatrical context
Genre
Tragedy and Death of a Salesman
The memory play
Realism
Expressionism
Absurdism
Characterization and Roles
Main characters
Willy Loman
Linda
Biff Loman
Hap Loman (Happy)
Charley and Bernard
Ben
Minor characters
Howard Wagner
The Woman
Miss Forsythe and Letta
Language
Stage directions
Dramatic language – characters’ dialogue
Language and characterization
Figurative language, motifs, symbols and images
Themes
Dreams
Truth and lies; illusions, delusions and secrets
Memories, nostalgia and change
Fathers, sons and sibling rivalry
Identity and the significance of names
Money
Travel, distance and geographical location
Performance
Dramatic interpretation
Setting design
Costume
Music
Production history
Critical views
Social, political or Marxist perspectives
Feminist perspectives
Freudian and other psychoanalytical perspectives
Skills and Practice
Exam skills
Sample questions
Sample answers
Glossary
Back Cover
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