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Dreams are goals that people long to pursue through hard work, sacrifice, and devotion. Willy Loman of Death of a Salesman dedicated his life to a common dream chased by many, but achieved by few. Arthur Miller discredits the myth that the so-called “American Dream” can be achieved by dedicating one’s life to hard work. Miller portrays his principal character, Willy Loman, as the “common man”, and, as such, he shares his dream with many of his peers who share Willy’s misconceptions. Willy mistakenly believes blindly in the American Dream such as pastoral and pioneer myths. He learns of his mistaken belief the hard way; he learns through the crushing disappointment of unfulfilled expectations. He never discovers the truth of the situation; he blames and hates himself for his failure to achieve what he believes as the “perfect life” and a “perfect family.” His delusional ideas cause him to be alienated from his family, particularly his son, Biff, who is not successful by Willy’s definition. Willy blames himself for Biff’s failures. Unfortunately, Willy never understands how, after all of his efforts, life continues to let him down. He is a victim of his false apprehensions, which leads to the deterioration of