Analysis Of Francis Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby

Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald’s novel, The Great Gatsby can perhaps be argued to be one of the greatest American novels of the twentieth century. There are a multitude of reasons that make this exceptional work of fiction immensely popular and adored many. Fitzgerald’s style of writing and creativity produce an original storyline with convoluted characters making this award winning novel a breathtaking work of art celebrated in almost every English class across the nation. The intricate construction of Gatsby 's character and relatable themes helps readers better comprehend the storyline and develop an emotional connection. Gatsby’s character is more intricate than a hopeless romantic during the Roaring 20’s, but rather a figure whose dreams

Thus the “larger questions of fading traditional values in the face of increasing materialism and cynicism” ( Pavlovski 112) come to attention. Readers visibly notice a wicked side to Daisy that innocent Gatsby cannot identify and as a result Daisy is able to take advantage of Gatsby 's feelings for her when she allows him to take the blame for Myrtle 's death. This vivid example of cynicism isn 't the only negative characteristic she possesses. Readers can easily assume she is materialistic when Fitzgerald includes, "They 're such beautiful shirts, she sobbed, her muffled in the folds. It makes me sad because I 've never seen such beautiful shirts." From this quote, it is revealed that she cares more about physical objects than she cares for Gatsby. To him a life without Daisy was a life not worth living, yet he could not see reality because he was blinded by love while she was blinded by greed. We see a reoccurring theme of cynicism and evil within other characters, especially Daisy’s unfaithful husband Tom Buchanan. Watching Gatsby act like a fool on the sidelines evokes empathy but at the same time keeps readers pulled in as they eagerly wait to see fate play

Almost a century a later, “It seems to find its way to the top of the lesson-plan book” (Dowling 109). There are multitudes of reasons why this phenomenal novel is found on almost every English desk around the country. This award winning work of art can be identified for its unique characters which many find they can resonate with. Fitzgerald 's style of writing incorporates relatable themes which interest readers and often creates an emotional connection. Regardless of the setting in an audacious period in history known as the Roaring 20’s, readers today continue to enjoy the novel due to its common themes and relativity to modern times. Whether it may be Gatsby 's ambition, or his romantic flaws, everyone can find a piece of themselves within the