An essay on whether willy loman in death of a sales man is truly a tragic hero or not

Is Willy Loman a tragic hero? According to the definition of tragic hero by Aristotle, the main points that need to be considered are 1. Noble birth. 2. Noble characteristics. 3. Position of power. 4. A single flaw. 5. A complete downfall. 6. That downfall caused by the single flaw. 7. A recovery. 8.The story must cause the reader/listener to feel: a) pity (for the downfall) b) awe (at the recovery) c) fear (that they may face a comparable downfall and …

…However, in the end, the only ones to attend are his immediate family, along with Charley and Bernard. Willy Loman doesn't fit Aristotle's definition of tragic hero but is definitely a tragic hero because he brings his own downfall and it is because of a major flaw in him. He wasn't famous or popular but represents the common man. Arthur miller makes us feel Willy's plight, anxiety and troubles. He is definitely a tragic hero