"Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller.

Compared to third world countries, America is a golden land of opportunities where the "American Dream" can actually solidify into reality for immigrants as well as American citizens. This traditional social ideal emphasizes the belief that every person has the chance to achieve success and prosperity, however, this dream only comes true for those who adhere to the right method of achievement: hard work and dedication. In Arthur Miller's tragedy Death of a Salesman, the …

…man like Willy, to live life without skill or a sense of direction will not promise wealth success. Willy's tragedy should serve as a reminder to the present society that the American Dream is not achieved by believing "it's not what you say, it's how you say it-because personality always wins the day"(65), but rather like Bernard, who works for what he has. Works Cited Miller, Arthur. Death of a Salesman. New York: Penguin Books, 1976.