Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller (Penguin Modern Classics)
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Experience the enduring power of Arthur Miller's iconic play, Death of a Salesman, presented here as part of the Penguin Modern Classics collection. This seminal work, first performed in 1949, has profoundly shaped modern theater and continues to offer a poignant examination of the American dream and the complexities of life. At its heart is Willy Loman, an aging and increasingly unsuccessful salesman whose livelihood depends on superficial charm and relentless optimism. The play delves into his profound disappointment with his sons, Biff and Happy, who have failed to meet his lofty expectations. Willy is also tormented by envy towards his successful neighbor, Charley, and his son Bernard, creating a deep well of regret and poignant reminiscence. Miller masterfully crafts Willy Loman, a destructively insecure anti-hero, stating his aim as exploring what transpires when an individual loses their grip on life's fundamental forces. The narrative is a scathing indictment of the ultimate failure of the American dream and the hollow pursuit of wealth and success, portraying a harrowing journey filled with epic extremes of humor and anguish, promise and profound loss, all contained within the confines of an American living room. This edition, bearing the distinguished Penguin Modern Classics imprint, ensures a high-quality reading experience of this timeless masterpiece. The cover art evokes a sense of urban desolation and the shadows of past aspirations, visually complementing the play's themes.
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Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller (Penguin Modern Classics) is a product, currently listed by 2 Irish retailers on GetLocal (2 offers in total). Prices range from €10.50 to €15.38 depending on retailer.
Retailers commonly describe it as: play, arthur miller and penguin modern classics.
It can be bought from local retailers in Mayo and Cork, and is currently marked in stock by at least one seller.
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It is currently listed by 2 Irish retailers on GetLocal, with 2 offers in total.
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Prices range from €10.50 to €15.38 depending on the retailer. See the full list of offers above, sorted from cheapest.
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It is available from retailers based in Mayo and Cork.
