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The Great Gatsby

A poignant exploration of love and ambition in the 1920s

F Scott Fitzgerald author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:7th Jun '18

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A tale of ambition and unfulfilled dreams, The Great Gatsby explores the life of Jay Gatsby, a wealthy man haunted by his past.

In The Great Gatsby, readers are introduced to Jay Gatsby, a man who seemingly possesses everything one could desire, yet remains perpetually unfulfilled. His lavish parties, held in his opulent Long Island mansion, attract the elite and the curious alike, yet Gatsby himself often feels isolated amidst the revelry. This contrast between his wealth and his solitude invites readers to ponder the deeper themes of longing and the elusive nature of the American Dream.

The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Nick Carraway, Gatsby's neighbor and confidant, who becomes intrigued by Gatsby's enigmatic persona. As Nick delves deeper into Gatsby's world, he uncovers the layers of deception and desire that shape Gatsby's life. The story explores the complexities of love, ambition, and the moral decay hidden beneath the glamorous surface of the Roaring Twenties.

Ultimately, The Great Gatsby serves as a poignant reflection on the pursuit of happiness and the inherent emptiness that can accompany wealth and status. Gatsby's tragic quest for unattainable dreams leads to a dramatic unraveling of his world, leaving readers to contemplate the true cost of desire and the fragility of human connections.

ISBN: 9780241341469

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 10mm

Weight: 124g

160 pages