Character analysis of Willy Loman
Willy Loman is the husband and father of two sons. He was abandoned by his own father and now has a non- realistic idea of the American dream. His relationship with the ones who love him the most( Linda, Biff, Happy and Charlie) suffers greatly. Since he is unable to realize that his social attitude towards others is filled with flaws. He refuses to accept failure and rejects all other opinions as a direct threat on his judgement. Also, on the economic side of things, Willy lives in the past where his less than standard work ethic will be looked over by personal ties. Overall, Willy Loman is a troubled 60 year old man who is haunted by the dark events in his life and thus seems to be please that feeling by taking his own life.
Character analysis of Linda Loman
Linda tries to hold together whatever is left of her husband's psyche. Linda is the ultimate giver of love and suport for the family. She protects Willy from any personal attack but knows that she is helpless in preventing Wily's emotional fall. However, Linda's love and unconditional love is one of the ' nails in Willy's coffin'.
Character analysis of Charlie
Charlie isWilly's successful neigbour. He is a loyal and honest ffiend to the Lomans and is one the emotional pillars in the play. Dispite Willy's constant criticism, Charlie still humers Willy with a frequent financial aid since he does not not earn anything in his job. Charlie shows Willy that hard work produces success and notpersonal attractiveness.
Character analysis of Ben
Ben is Willy's rich brother. Ben represents everything Willy wants for himself and his boys. Ben, at a very young age went into the jungle of Africa and through years of work and drive, returned a wealthy man. Ben is successful and committed to his work and does not let the hardship of his childhood hold him back.
Character analysis of The Woman
The woman is the person who Willy had the affair with while married to Linda. Knowingly, the woman understands that Willy is only using her as a means to get ahead in the business. The woman also shows how Willy is unsatisfied with his life and is always in the search for something more. Because of Willy's affair, Biff realizes that Willy's plan is flawed.
Character analysis of Biff
Biff is a womanizer and is unable to keep a job. Hestruggles to break away from his father's childhood teachings about stealing, being a man and being a good friend. He is confused about his future and has an inward need to be accepted by his father.
Character analysis of Happy
Hap, even as a child, always wanted to be noticed by his father and to be just like his big brother Biff. Happy has a normal job but is still not contented with his life. He dreams of something more, much like his father. Happy also is a womanizer.
No comments:
Post a Comment