Summary of the book
Death of a Salesman is a moving and timeless play written by Arthur Miller. In a 24-hour window, readers can explore the life of Willy Loman, a devoted salesman who struggles with the idea of the American Dream and the pressures of society. Upon reaching the conclusion of the book, readers can see how family dynamics, personal identity, and the desire for success and recognition play a role in someone's mental health.
My Thoughts
I really liked how deeply the book touched upon the effects of your mindset. By the end of the book, the reader will understand that there was no one particular event that led to the decline of Willy's health. Rather, it was how Willy allowed his success at his job to dictate his worth. This is a really important message that I feel like many people need to hear. Due to the way I occasionally associate my worth with academic achievements, I was able to relate to this story on a personal level. A criticism that I would make about this play would be the pacing. Despite the fact that it was a 24-hour period, I believe some things were not as crucial, and in some parts I feel like it was dragged on and monotonous.
Death of a Salesman Book Rating
I will include 2 reviews because this book grows on you, and as time has passed I have appreciated it more and more!
Review #1 (July 2, 2023)
★★★☆☆ stars
I gave this play only three stars because it was nothing out of the ordinary for me. This isn’t the type of book I would really recommend to someone. I certainly understand the appeal of this book, yet it was extremely predictable. There were no parts that I was surprised by or excited for.
Even though I didn't really enjoy this book, I still think it's a good classical play. There aren’t many books or plays centered on the danger of putting your worth on professional success. So I would recommend this book to anyone who does that.
Review #2 (July 4, 2024)
Do you want to see another review for a classic, head over to my review of The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Favorite Quote
But you didn't rest your mind. Your mind is overactive, and the mind is what counts, dear.
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