Linda Willy's Wife Character Analysis

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Another person that suffered from Willy’s obsession with the American Dream was Linda, Willy’s wife. To illustrate, “Linda: He’s dying Biff… that saved him,” (Miller 41). At this point, Linda is trying to explain to her sons that Willy has been trying to commit suicide. She recounts the details on Willy’s car accidents and she talked to a woman who said Willy wasn’t going fast, didn’t skid, and then deliberately smashed into the railing on the side of the road. Linda is obviously disgusted with her son's actions and distraught by Willy’s intentions therefore, she is sharing what is happening with Willy in hope that they will treat Willy with more appreciation. Also, Biff is vigilant when Linda talks about the woman and it throws her off guard.

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