"The relationship between an individual and his or her society is responsible of the sacrifices he or she makes." This statement questions the role society plays in the actions and sacrifices of the individual. This can be examined through the study of the two texts "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald and "Death of a Salesman" by Arthur Miller. In both texts, the notion of sacrifice; giving up something of value or importance for somebody or something considered more worthy; is explored through the pursuit of the American Dream. The Dream that anyone can, by exercise of will power and energy achieve anything, especially wealth which brings happiness is central to the plot of both texts. In both "the Great Gatsby" and "Death of a Salesman" the central...