Book Cover for The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald

Summary

The Great Gatsby is the mesmerizing tale of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire whose lavish parties mask a deep longing for lost love. Narrated by Nick Carraway, the novel paints a vivid picture of 1920s America, where the glitter of wealth hides a profound moral decay. This classic story invites readers to explore the bittersweet pursuit of the American Dream and the tragic costs of unfulfilled desire.

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The Great Gatsby is a dazzling portrait of the Roaring Twenties, told through the eyes of Nick Carraway, as he becomes entwined in the enigmatic world of Jay Gatsby. Gatsby, a self-made millionaire known for his extravagant parties and mysterious past, harbors a singular, obsessive longing to reunite with Daisy Buchanan—a love that has defined his existence and fueled his ascent into wealth. Set against a backdrop of opulence and moral decay, the novel exposes the glittering façade of the American Dream while hinting at the hollowness beneath.

As Gatsby’s lavish world unfolds, themes of desire, illusion, and the corruption of idealism come sharply into focus. Daisy, torn between her allure and the constraints of her life with Tom Buchanan, embodies both the promise and the inevitable tragedy of chasing an unattainable past. The vivid imagery of the green light across the bay and the extravagance of Gatsby’s parties symbolize a persistent hope that, despite its beauty, is forever out of reach—a dream tainted by the realities of a society obsessed with wealth and status.

In its final reckoning, The Great Gatsby unravels the tragic cost of relentless ambition and the pursuit of an idealized vision of love. The narrative reveals that behind the glittering surface of success lies a profound moral decay and an emptiness that no amount of money or status can fill. Ultimately, Fitzgerald’s classic remains a timeless exploration of the American Dream, illustrating how the quest for love and recognition can lead to inevitable disillusionment and sorrow.

About the Author

F Scott Fitzgerald

F. Scott Fitzgerald was a seminal American novelist whose works brilliantly captured the exuberance and underlying melancholy of the Jazz Age. Best known for The Great Gatsby, his elegant prose and keen social insights delved into the glittering allure of wealth and the often elusive promise of the American Dream. Fitzgerald’s narratives explore the tension between opulent aspirations and the harsh realities of life, revealing both the charm and the fragility of high society. His enduring legacy lies in his ability to articulate the complexities of ambition, love, and loss, making him one of the most influential voices in modern American literature.

 

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Word Count:

165451

Page Count: 530

Grade Level: 10.5

Genre: Tragedy

Author: F Scott Fitzgerald

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year First Published: 1925

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