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dreams and reality. Characterization plays an important role in developing the central theme through the use of various characters. Characterization in the Great Gatsby provides how Fitzgerald contrasts an individual 's hopes from his or her reality. Jay Gatsby, one of the main characters, is characterized in The Great Gatsby to help the audience understand the contrast between one’s hopes and reality. Fitzgerald characterizes Gatsby as a mysterious individual who tries to reinvent his past in order

idol in society. Idols impact and influence Gatsby’s life and those living around him. Gatsby’s car represents an idol, illustrating his wealth, capturing attention, creating impressions, and covering misconceptions throughout life in the West Egg. Jay Gatsby soundly represents the American Dream - that of being richer and bigger which equates to adventure and achievement. The American Dream during the 1920 's is a transition period where hope is replaced with money. Clearly, society is able to see

The American Dream first popularized as a phrase in 1931 when James Truslow Adams wrote his book The Epic of America. In this book he defined the dream: “…that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement. …It is not a dream of motor cars and high wages merely, but a dream of social order in which each man and each woman shall be able to attain to the fullest stature of which they are innately capable

The American Dream is one that many people want to achieve. However, F. Scott Fitzgerald demonstrates his true feelings about the American Dream in his classic novel, The Great Gatsby. Many characters in this story, such as Daisy and Tom Buchanan, Jay Gatsby, and Jordan Baker, found riches and happiness in materialistic things and people throughout this novel. This is the stereotypical American Dream that is associated with the twenties. In Fitzgerald’s eyes, the American Dream is dead, because no

The Secret Life of Jay Gatsby The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is meticulously written to portray characters as soul sucking, money thriving, moral lacking individuals who are thrashed by his language, and scrupulous descriptions. Gatsby is depicted as a suave, cordial, and prosperous gentleman who is trying to raise himself in the ranks of riches, and approval. At first glance, it is hard to tell if there is a clear hero, or someone with qualities thereof; at least in the traditional sense

The Mystery that was Jay Gatsby “I carry on a little business on the side, a sort of sideline, you understand” (Fitzgerald 87). In The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this is the closest Jay Gatsby comes to revealing how he actually made his fortune. And even here, he doesn’t reveal much, but Nick Carraway assumes it’s something illegal when Gatsby goes on to say, “It happens to be a rather confidential sort of thing” (Fitzgerald 88). Gatsby is a mysterious man. Because he is evasive and even

The Great Gatsby – RRS Title: The Great Gatsby Author: Frances Scott Key Fitzgerald Publication Date: 1925 Nationality: American Author’s Birth/Death Date: September 24, 1896 – December 21, 1940 Distinguishing Traits of Author: Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was a popular author in the United States whose fame was at its peak in the 1920s, during the “Jazz Age.” He was born in St Paul, Minnesota to an affluent family. His social status led him to write novels associated with fame and fortune

One day, a storm was approaching the lake and he paddled out to warn Mr. Cody of the storm. Having earned Cody’s respect, he took in James on board his yacht as his right hand man and assistant. He ended up earning the name “Jay Gatsby” and they spent months traveling the world and Gatsby was right there side by side with Cody often times saving him from falling over board during his drunken excursions. As a result of this lifestyle with the wealthy Dan Cody, Gatsby fell in

Money Money Money 47854 AP English Hagar 3/28/15 Jay Gatsby, an exotic millionaire philanthropist, has everything and anything a man could ever need. He lives a life most could only dream of. A life full of massive parties, sports cars, mansions, and booze. Yet he is missing something, he is missing the only thing that could make him truly happy, to live a life with Daisy Buchanan. "He knew that when he kissed this girl, and forever wed his unutterable visions to her perishable breath, his mind

The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it is possible to achieve the American Dream. In F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel The Great Gatsby, Jay Gatsby had a second opportunity in changing his life. Growing up, Gatsby was different from everyone else. He had a big dream and knew what would be the best for himself. He believed that wealth, material possessions, and power are the core principles of the American Dream. The pursuit of a better life led countless