Topic > Analysis of Oedipus Rex and the Death of a Salesman...

For example, Willy predicts that his success as a salesman will, in time, lead to him having "his own business, and I'll never have to do that" . leave the house more" (1; 30). Willy shows his determination by focusing on no other goal in his life than to become a profitable businessman. Furthermore, Willy is proud of his life as a businessman, hoping to be successful; therefore, he seems insulted when offered another job. Willy asks: “What's wrong with you? I have a job!”(2; 72) Willy doesn't earn enough as a salesman; however, his determination to become a prosperous salesman prevents him from taking a new job. Furthermore, Willy's dedication to being a successful man throughout his life pushes him to a breaking point; as a result, Willy kills himself in an attempt to achieve his lifelong goal