Contemporary Connections – Your American Dream

The American Dream is a dynamic, evolving theme in American literature and culture. Throughout this module, you have seen its evolution through the literature you have read. The dream changes with the times, and it is reflected back in the literature and art of the time.

While there are common motifs of the American Dream, such as social mobility, economic success, and personal freedom, each and every person defines the American Dream in a unique way. While the American Dream may continue to evolve as the country changes, as long as people still have hope for their futures, there is little doubt that the American Dream will continue to be a part of people's lives.