The Great Gatsby

Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Genre: Classic, Fiction

Summary

“The Great Gatsby” is a novel set in the Roaring Twenties and tells the story of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire, and his quixotic passion for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan. Through the eyes of narrator Nick Carraway, the book explores themes of decadence, idealism, resistance to change, and the American Dream.

Review

Fitzgerald’s prose is exquisite, painting a vivid picture of the era. The characters are complex and compelling, each representing different facets of society. Gatsby’s tragic flaw and ultimate downfall are both poignant and profound, making this a timeless classic worth revisiting.

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