1. The American Dream is seriously flawed
This is echoed through Miller's use of Willy Loman, who is determined to turn his and his sons, lives around, and is also depicted in Jay Gatsby, who has achieved the Dream materialistically. ... Willy Loman conversely, represents failure. ... Willy is using language that suggests that his suicide would be a business deal, and would allow Biff and Happy to use the life insurance to attain the Dream for themselves. Daisy's lack of energy is comparable with Biff's aimlessness, as he cannot cope with Willy's pressure for him to achieve success. ... Opportunity is a burden to...
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