Willy holds an imaginary conversation with Ben, his departed more sucessful older brother. Willy is thinking about committing suicide so that his wife can get the insurance money.
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Willy holds an imaginary conversation with Ben, his departed more sucessful older brother. Willy is thinking about committing suicide so that his wife can get the insurance money.
I think the title refers to both the death of Willy the salesmen and the death of his dreams. Willy's dreams of success turn to disillusionment when he cannot compete in the capitalist world. An extended metaphor might also involve Capitalism and...
Charley visits because he is worried about Willy.He knows Willy is a proud man and he wants to help him, though Willy isn't really willing to take his help.
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