Analytical study of the American Dream and Capitalism in Arthur Miller’s play “Death of a Salesman

Abstract

Thisresearch analyses and investigates the American Dream in modern American literature, and the influence of capitalism for the American Dream during 20th century.The researcher gives general idea about American Dream and Capitalism and define both of them, then gives brief survey about Great Depression in economic in America, within Arthur Miller’s play “Death of a Salesman”, the researcher deduce various of dialogues that to make sure Capitalism has dark side that prevent most of society to achieve the American Dream, Also Arthur Miller shows us the misunderstanding for American society in the concept for American Dream through main character “Willy Loman” that has been looking for real meaning to the American culture “American Dream” and became a failure Due to his realizing for the way of dreaming and most community like him