THE DESTRUCTIVE ROLE IN THE CAPITALIST SYSTEM IN "DEATH OF A SALESMAN"

Abstract

In this paper, the researchers examine and investigate the American Dream in modern American literature, and the impact of capitalism during the 20th century on the American Dream. Regarding Miller's play "Death of a Salesman," the researchers give general idea of American Dream and Capitalism and describe both of them, then give a brief survey on the Great Depression in economics in America. In order to ensure that capitalism has a dark side, they deduce different dialogues that discourage much of society from achieving the American Dream. In the idea of American Dream, Arthur Miller also shows us the ignorance of American society through the main character "Willy Loman" who found real significance for the American culture "American Dream" and became a failure due to his awareness of the way of dreaming and much of the group like him.