"The American dream has been talked about for centuries, but what does this concept really mean to two immigrants who crossed the borders of their country for the first time? In Encounter with the Armchair: The Americanization Story of Two Foreign Workers, John Dos Passos tells the story of two men trying to find their place in a country that promises endless opportunities but is often unwilling to welcome foreigners. Through the prism of their destinies, the author explores the topics of immigration, work, assimilation, awareness of one's own identity and encounter with American culture. Will the heroes be able to overcome all the obstacles on the way to success and recognition in the new country, or will they be defeated in this limitless American dream?