Character analysis in Death of a Salesman

Willy
He is disrespectful to his wife, constantly shouting at her. He instills bad values to his kids, for instance he encourages them to steal and be womanizers. He also believes in getting rich quickly without putting in any hard work or effort.

Linda
She is calm and allows herself to be ruled by Willy. She also allows him to make ther children disillusioned.

Biff
Biff can be seen to be very athletic and popular. He idolizes his father and follows all his wrong philosophies about life.

Happy
Happy is desperate for approval from his father and follows in his footsteps by becoming a salesman also.

Ben
Ben is the symbol of what Wily wants to achieve in life; money and power.