The Great Gatsby (eBook)

F. Scott Fitzgerald (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
250 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739948-3 (EAN)

Infos

F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" is a quintessential work of American literature, set against the glittering backdrop of the Roaring Twenties. This novel deftly explores themes of ambition, love, and the elusive nature of the American Dream through the tragic figure of Jay Gatsby, whose lavish parties and unyielding hope for the impossible propel the narrative. Fitzgerald's lyrical prose and vivid imagery create a world that is both enchanting and haunting, revealing the stark contrast between social stratification and the pursuit of happiness. Through a complex interplay of symbolism and character development, the novel critiques the moral decay hidden beneath the era's opulence and superficiality. Fitzgerald, often regarded as one of the leading figures of the Jazz Age, drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations of high society, including his tumultuous relationship with Zelda Sayre. His keen awareness of societal issues and personal struggles shaped the novel's exploration of wealth, class, and disillusionment, serving as a reflection of his life in the vibrant yet tumultuous landscape of post-World War I America. "The Great Gatsby" is highly recommended to readers seeking a profound exploration of identity and aspiration. Its rich tapestry of themes, unforgettable characters, and Fitzgerald's masterful prose make it a cornerstone of American literature, inviting readers to reconsider the depths of their own desires and the societal limits that shape them.

Autor

F. Scott Fitzgerald, born Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald on September 24, 1896, is heralded as one of the literary titans of the 20th century. His keen eye for the excesses and failings of the American Dream, paired with his flamboyant Jazz Age backdrop, has rendered his work timeless, with 'The Great Gatsby' (1925) serving as his magnum opus. This novel is regarded as a supreme achievement in American literature, offering a critical look at the consequences of wealth and class distinction in the Post-World War I era. Fitzgerald's prose is marked by its lyricism, romantic obsession, and exploration of the fracturing American identity. With 'The Great Gatsby', he meticulously captures the era's conflict between traditional social values and the lure of materialism, creating a narrative that transcends its own epoch to reflect universal themes of ambition, disillusionment, and desire. Although during his lifetime, Fitzgerald suffered from financial difficulties and his writing was often dwarfed by his contemporaries, posthumous recognition has cemented his place as a foremost chronicler of the American experience. Beyond 'The Great Gatsby', his literary corpus includes 'This Side of Paradise' (1920), 'The Beautiful and Damned' (1922), and 'Tender Is the Night' (1934), each contributing to his reputation as a seer of the American spirit's complexities and contradictions.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1792-1869 • 1800-1839 • 1920s New York fiction • american classic literature • American dream • American Dream Critique • Complexities of Identity • decadent socialite culture • Dickens • Ernest Hemingway • f. scott fitzgerald books • Gatsby's American Dream • high society novels • History • human desires • Illusions of Grandeur • Jack Kerouac • Jazz Age • Jazz Age disillusionment • Jazz Age novels • John Batman • John Galsworthy • John Pascoe Fawkner • Joseph Conrad • Literary modernism • Lost Generation • Lost Generation authors • Love and Despair • love and wealth in literature • Lyrical Prose Style • Marcel Proust • Mark Twain • moral decay exploration • obsession and identity • O. Henry • Oscar Wilde • Roaring Twenties • roaring twenties nostalgia • Salinger • social mores • timeless romantic tragedy • Victoria • vivid character portraiture • wealth and privilege • Wealth symbolism