The classic "American Dream," is often characterized by home ownership. ... Gluttony and materialism are never far behind the notion of ownership. In today's society, materialism is a large problem. ... One can become consumed with materialism and ruin the hard work it took to raise funds. ... Sadly, the desire to "own" can often overtake people, causing materialism and obsession to surface. ...
One of the ways Capitalism has been harmful is that it promotes an unhealthy materialism. (See paper on Materialism) Materialism creates a larger interest in material possesions and comfort than in spiritual values. This car commercial (above) exhibits how shallow Americans have become. 50 years ago, cars were a means of transportation not impressions. ... People do buy it because we are constantly bombarded with advertisements that promote materialism and material goods have now become a social stature. ... (For more information see Capitalism's Effects on the Environment) 1600 m...
What Advertisements Don't Tell You in Their Ads ma •te •ri •al •ism (m -tr - -l z m) n. 1. The theory or attitude that physical well-being and worldly possessions constitute the greatest good and highest value in life. Advertising generates new needs and establishes brand loyal...
The automobile in The Great Gatsby serves as a metaphor for the effect that the American Dream has on the different classes in society. ... The American Dream and the automobile was what led Myrtle Wilson to her death. ... She left the man she loved because she fell in love with the American Dream, and thought she could attain it through Tom Buchanan. ... Scott Fitzgerald effectively and repeatedly uses the automobile to shape his view of American class and society during the 1920's. Almost a century later, America's materialistic fascination with the automobile continues today. ...
