The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Who: Narrated by Nick Caraway, The Great Gatsby is a story of lost and new love between Jay Gatsby, Daisy Buchanan, and Tom Buchanan.
What: This is a story of how love can drive people to do crazy things, and how monetary things and wealth come into play when consequences must be paid.
When: In the roaring 20's, the age of prohibition, flappers, and the Harlem Renaissance.
Where: In the great state of New York, but more specifically, West and East Egg, separated by a bay and the Valley of Ashes. The Buchanan's live in West Egg, a neighborhood of old money, while Nick and Gatsby live in East Egg, a new money neighborhood where Gatsby is known for throwing huge parties in his grand mansion.
Why: The prime motivator in this classic American novel, is money and love. Gatsby acquires his wealth through questionable means in order to capture Daisy's attention. Daisy lives her life and makes decisions based on money and how society will perceive her. Very true to the time period, it I a story of emotional and moral struggle, beautifully written.
I give this novel 5 stars for 5 W's. As an infamous piece of classic literature, I can see how it may seem overhyped, but I assure you, it is just as beautiful and consuming as it is said to be. If you haven't read "The Great Gatsby," I suggest you do so, NOW!
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