Part one of term paper
In , Arthur Miller contends the point that the common man is in fact an apt subject for tragedy. He goes on to prove his point as he discusses his definition and criteria for tragedy as they apply to the common man.: The first major standard of tragedy set forth is: “...if the exaltation of tragic action were truly a property of the high-br ...

Part two of term paper
... man down the block; indeed in viewing the play common man is empathizing with common man. Willy Loman is real. Where as some may recognize in Willy a person they know, or may even see themselves in him. Miller’s subtle wordplay of “Loman” and “layman” is interesting in this regard. It is the familiarity with Willy Loman that is the endearing quality which draws the audience closer to him. Through identification with his struggles and pains an appreciation of his plight is achieved ...