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Definition of Mood
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes... read full definition
Mood
Explanation and Analysis:
Death of a Salesman is tragic and somber—a sense of sadness prevails over its ordinary dialogue. While conversations between characters like Biff and Linda rarely stray from the everyday cliches about household appliances or women, Miller exploits the play’s theatrical form—especially that of narrative and music—to emphasize the sorrow and foreboding that hangs over the play.
