Marilyn Manson

After reading “The Salesman” by Arthur Miller, I perceive several key themes. The first theme that I perceive is the loss of identity and the lack of ability of Willy to accept change within himself and the world. Willy, who lived in the past, continued to talk about things in the past. Miller writes, “Remember, Christmas time, when you had a party here? / You said you’d try to think of some spot for me in town” (Qtd in Barnet, Burto, and Cain, p. 1600). In Act 2, we saw another example of Willy…

Marilyn Monroe, born as Norma Jean Baker, started out as a girl in poverty with no family, to being one of the most unforgettable iconic women in American history. She raised herself and created an eye catching persona for herself. She was known for her “blonde bombshell” image and is one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950’s; giving the era of her life an amazing perspective on sexuality. The struggles and hardships that she went through helped shape her as a person, henceforth…

“Don’t talk about something you don’t know anything about” (26). Trying to hold a conversation with someone as though you’ve been everywhere and learned everything will end up making you look like a fool, and a rude fool at that. After all, events and past experiences play a major role in one’s understanding and character. In “Death of a Salesman,” past experiences have a strong presence in Willy’s current actions. His words throughout the work bring forth irony and elicit pity from the reader…

Throughout Arthur Miller’s novel, “Death of a Salesman” there are many obstacles faced by the characters. This play demonstrates the insecurities brought about from the protagonist, Willy Loman when he continuously decides to conceals the truth. This is revealed through conflict among the characters within the play. Miller’s novel illustrates the indecisive side of Willy and how he always faces a problematic situation. Different conflicts are displayed between one of the focal characters, Willy…

Simran Aulakh Miss Bilan ENG4U1 Monday, December 8th 2014 Lindas traditional ways & Willys world of illusion In Arthur Millers, Death of a Salesman, Linda and Willy portray a master-servant relationship. Throughout the novel we come to realize that the Loman household is based on family status and order. Linda believes that Willy is the best man in the world even though his career is a failure, she recognizes Willys will to commit suicide yet she turns a blind eye and she supports his false…

Having fame can get to a person and make them forget what really matters in your lifetime. Audrey Hepburn, even though she was a very popular person, she never lost her heart. Hepburn is one of the most influential people from the last 1000 years because of her talent, her contribution to charity, and her elegance. Besides Audreys beautiful face, she was very talented in the work she played in. Hepburn won over 30 awards and got over 25 nominations. She also was named #3 on the "American Flim…

The tragic story of Willy Loman and his ultimate demise show how a person’s obsession with wealth and popularity can keep you away from achieving true happiness. The exhilarating roller coaster ride Death of a Salesman is a story based in 1950’s New York that is focused on a middle-aged man that travels throughout New England selling merchandise. Although his job may sound boring, it is his family life and his flashbacks that occur often throughout the play that keep the reader interested. The…

The American dream for any person has always been based on freedom, equality, control over one’s destiny and pursuit of one’s dream. Freedom and hard work will lead you to prosperity. In Death of a salesman, every character has different dreams that they want to achieve. Ben goes off to Alaska and Africa and luck into wealth by finding a diamond mine. Willy Loman’s dream is influenced by Ben’s success. He thinks if any man is good looking, charismatic and well liked deserves success and will…

Audrey Hepburn Bio (Rough Draft) Audrey Hepburn was able to tell a story when she was acting, she made you believe that every story was hers. She was a talented performer known for her beauty, elegance, and grace. Audrey made her stage debut in the musical High Button Shoes in London. She didn’t stay on the stage for much longer. Audrey once said “Everything I learned I learned from the movies”. She then turned around and began making her own movies to teach people the pros and cons of life.…

In his article “Family Values in Death of a Salesman,” Steven R. Centola, a deceased Professor of English at Millersville University, explains how the play Death of a Salesman is a tragedy that focuses on the social and psychological concerns within Willy Lowman. Through Willy’s bizarre behavior one can see the different aspects that divide him apart. Centola explains how the characters of the play each symbolize different aspects within Willy himself. They each are trying to voice their opinion…