CliffsNotes^® on Miller's Death of a Salesman

by Jennifer L. Scheidt

• ISBN13: 9780822070498
• ISBN10: 0822070499
• Copyright: 1999-03-01
• Publisher: Cliffs Notes

Summary

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into critical elements and ideas within classic works of literature. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.CliffsNotes on Death of a Salesman shares an intimate glimpse into the dreams and disappointments of an American family.Following the story of Willy Loman, an aging salesman who can't accept change within himself and society, this study guide provides a character list, character map, and character analyses to explore the personalities within Arthur Miller's masterful play. Other features that help you figure out this important work include Personal and career background of the author Introduction to and brief synopsis of the play Summaries and expert commentaries for each act and scene Essays that explore the play's major themes and the author's manipulation of time and space A review section that tests your knowledge and suggests essay topics and practice projects A Resource Center full of books, publications, films, and Internet resources Classic literature or modern-day treasure - you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

Table of Contents

Life and Background of the Playwright

Introduction to the Play

Critical Commentaries

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Requiem

Character Analyses

Critical Essays

CliffsNotes Review

CliffsNotes Resource Center

Index

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