The Great Gatsby
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An exploration of opulence, love, and the American Dream, "The Great Gatsby" is a captivating classic set in the roaring 1920s, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This timeless masterpiece, drenched in decadence and excess, follows the enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby as seen through the eyes of his self-effacing neighbor, Nick Carraway. Amidst lavish parties and sparkling indulgences, Gatsby's single-minded pursuit of a lost love intertwines with the lives of the era's New York elite. A dazzling portrait of high society and unrequited passion, "The Great Gatsby" is a riveting exploration of the illusions we create and the harsh realities beneath them, revealing the hollowness that may lie beneath the glittering facade of the American Dream.
| ISBN-13 | 9780743273565 |
| ISBN-10 | 0743273567 |
| Publisher | Scribner |
| Publication Date | 2004 |
| Edition | Scribner Trade Paperback Edition. |
| Language | en |
| Pages | 180 |
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| Weight | lbs |
Matt Grandbois –
"The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a captivating exploration of decadence, love, and the corrosive power of wealth in the Roaring Twenties. Fitzgerald's elegant and evocative prose weaves a spellbinding tale, filled with profound insights on human nature, societal pressures, and the elusive pursuit of the American Dream. Through his flawed yet fascinating characters- particularly the titular Jay Gatsby, whose relentless ambition forms the heart of this tragic narrative, Fitzgerald compels readers to reflect on the shimmering illusion of opulence and its hollow reality. It's a timeless classic, as relevant today as it was when it first published, starkly revealing the disillusionment and despair beneath the glittering surface. Definitely, a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of American literature and culture.