Hot Air Balloon Gifts

Mike says:

The American Dream' is based on the 'Declaration of Independence': 'We believe that all men are born with these inalienable rights – life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.' (Thomas Jefferson, 1776). This 'dream' consists of a genuine and determined belief that in America, all things are possible to all men, regardless of birth or wealth; if you work hard enough you will achieve anything. However, Miller believes that people have been 'ultimately misguided' and Miller's play, Death of a Salesman, is a moving destruction of the whole myth.

The origins of the American Dream seem to have been rooted in the pioneering mentality of the 18th and 19th century immigrants, most of whom came to America because of a promise of a new and better life. In particular, the opportunity to own one's land. But land 'ran out' and so cities developed and massive variations arose in wealth, which meant that this 'American Dream' changed from being a potential reality, into being a dream, like the name implies. Most of Miller's plays are directly or indirectly about the American Dream, because ultimately this dream wasn't going to succeed as lots of people wished. Death of a Salesman written in 1949, is a moving destruction of the whole myth.

To be hard working, honest and have ambition were the ways of the American Dream. This lead to success, wealth and in due time – power. But this dream for everyone developed, and encouraged greed, selfish behavior, pride and rivalry between one another.

Willy Loman was 'caught-up' in this American Dream. It causes business to develop in the world. Capitalism and also the profit motive and competitive instinct, makes Willy have a weakness in his personality. This weakness was caused by a combination of business pressures. Willy wants to prove himself through successes a salesman, but as he fails, his own life destroys him.

'I'm the New England man. I'm vital in New England.'

karebeari says:

Are you wearing a diaper? 

Anomaly says:

a day later and I still think these pictures are cool. Makes me think about this youtube video that I found, -goes to find the link- I posted it on my blog ages ago, …check that out, nevermind the song if you're not into that type of music *cough* I am *cough* lol … I just think all this hot air balloon stuff is cool, won't fly in one, but its still cool.

truth_addict says:

It's Cajun Dance Party – Amylase