How Is Jay Gatsby Similar To Willy's Death

The Tragic Death of Jay Gatsby Willy Loman and Jay Gatsby were both fond of the American dream. Although they were similar in numerous manners, Gatsby’s death emerged more tragic than Loman’s. Gatsby had a higher social stature than Loman; he did not achieve his ultimate goal, and his death was unfortunately organized.

Jay Gatsby, or previously recognized as James Gatz was a self-made man. He was born to a poor family and fell for Daisy Buchanan at an early age. Gatsby aspired to be an aristocrat and a man of great worth in order to receive Daisy’s love. Unlike Willy Loman, Gatsby strived for greatness. He was a hard worker and disparate to Willy, Gatsby did not depend on anyone to be a prominent figure. Achieving a remarkably high stature was important to both Willy Loman and Jay Gatsby. Contrary to Willy’s own illusions, Gatsby actually attained a reputable position in society. Only a miniscule number of friends and family members attended both their respective funerals. A death is more tragic if

It was Willy’s decision to commit suicide; the thought of committing suicide did not occur to Gatsby. Willy realizes, “After all the highways, and the trains, and the appointments, and the years, you end up worth more dead than alive." (Miller Act 2, pg. 76) Wilson, the only character to mention God in The Great Gatsby was manipulated into murdering Gatsby’s tragic death is also connected to his last thoughts. Willy’s last thoughts certainly included his view of the future of his family. Willy Loman was adequate about committing suicide because in his mind, it helped his family. Gatsby was shot and killed by Wilson, an average mechanic. Gatsby’s last thoughts were surely about Daisy. He loved Daisy, but never received any love back. Willy’s death was inevitable; he was hopeless. Gatsby’s death could have been avoided and Gatsby would have lived to have a successful