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Plot Overview
Begins with Nick Carraway discussing his point of view on life, along
with recollection of when he first met Jay Gatsby. Nick wants to be in
the bond business, thus leaving his town to go learn about bonds in
New York. Considering Nick does not carry wealth, he resides in West
Egg, the less glamorous of the two sides. Purchasing a small house
near the docks that have a nice view, but perishes in comparison to the
marvelous mansion next to his own. Often sights a mysterious man in
the window of said mansion. Upon visiting his college friend Tom
Buchanan, Nick notices his cousin Daisy, and a famous tennis player,
Jordan Baker. Due to Jordan, Nick discovers his neighbors name,
Gatsby. In addition, Tom secretly has a woman of interest aside from
Daisy, showing cases of withering commitment. Strangely, Mr.
Carraway receives an envelope indicating invitation to Gatsbys party.
When entering the mansion, he basks in its glory, views many famous
people, and slowly develops and opinion of Gatsby. Meeting Gatsby
for the first time becomes mind-boggling in how Gatsby carries
himself, and with the many women always staring, dreaming of such
a glorious man. Later on, Nick discovers that people rarely are
invited, they mostly waltz inside the mansion, but Gatsby needs
Nicks help along with Jordan. Gatsbys lifelong dream revolves
around the love of his life Daisy and shares this with Nick by also
requesting him to invite Daisy so that Gatsby may also show up and
spark that old fond memory of closeness. Things work according to
plan since Daisy fell in love with Tom for the wealth, while Gatsby
for that personality. Gatsby needed to become the wealthy man,
founding the reason Gatsby owns luxurious cars and etc. However,
Gatsby follows Nick into meeting up with Tom, Daisy, and Jordan in
a hotel, where complications begin. Daisy wounds confused by both
sides as to who her love should belong to, leaving the hotel along with
everyone with a sense of confusion and complexion. With Daisy
driving Toms car along with Gatsby, she accidentally becomes a part
of a hit and run, hitting Mrs. Wilson, the secret of Tom. Aid from Tom
creates a spark of murderous intent with the husband, George Wilson.
Gatsby waits in his mansion inside the pool with the phone out,
waiting for a call from Daisy that never happens. Soon, George
discovers who murdered his wife and walks furiously to Gatsbys
mansion, becoming the last moment in both George and Gatsby as
they both die. Nick develops a sense of completion by creating the
funeral for Mr. Gatsby, where he discovers the illicit intentions of the
people who ever were close to him, along with normal people who
spited Gatsby. Finally, Nick encounters Tom and Jordan one more
time, getting a more close grip on the definition of Tom, while also
losing out on Jordan. Novel wraps up with an everlasting image of
what used to be in wake of Gatsby's mansion, fabricating a spiritual
vision Nick will never forget.
About the Author
Novel Notes
Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was born on September

24, 1896 in St. Paul, Minnesota. He lived a rather
intense childhood of moving between cities on
behalf of his fathers work as a salesman.Attending
Newman School, a Catholic prep, influenced him to
continue literary promises. Before being shipped off
to partake in World War 1, Fitzgerald wrote The
Romantic Egotist that got rejected, but supported
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promise began after writing This Side of Paradise.
Although, the life of fame took away his status of a
serious author. In the 1920s, the Jazz Age came
into existence, and inspiring Fitzgerald to create his
most famous, awe-inspiring novel, The Great
Essential Quotes
Gatsby. Reaching critical success, the author felt
himself an accomplished writer, however, led to
I think he half expected her to wander into one of
writers block. An incapacity to think of any new
his parties, some night, went on Jordan, but she
ideas and marriage problems led to the life of an
never did (Fitzgerald 79).
alcoholic. Fitzgerald died with an unfinished novel
and not receiving praise until the 1960s.
It was one of those rare smiles with a quality of
eternal reassurance in it, that you may come across
Historical Context
four or five times in life (Fitzgerald 48).
The Great Gatsby
F. Scott Fitzgerald
In 1925, The Great Gatsby came into existence with

capturing the embodiment of the Jazz Age. Life in
the 20s remained represented within the novel
reaching critical acclaim, especially in the future
being a required reading in high school. At that point
in time, The Great Gatsby developed recognition in
being an American Novel with Fitzgerald remarking
the novel as ...an age of art, it was an age of excess,
and it was an age of satire. In addition, the story
captivated readers as a reminder of life back then,
alongside representing the American Dream that
remains today.
"F. Scott Fitzgerald Biography." Bio.com. A&E

Networks Television, n.d. Web. 08 Jan. 2016.
Fitzgerald, F. Scott. The Great Gatsby. New York:
Scribner, 2004. Print.
Character Analysis
Nick Carraway: Main protagonist of the novel who lives

next to Jay Gatsby and acts as a conscious to him. Nick
focuses on connecting the pieces of Gatsbys past to get
an idea of how Gatsby became himself. Nick also
becomes a stepping stone into putting Gatsbys plan into
fruition. Mr. Carraway ponders any circumstance coming
in existence and attempts to deal with it in a manner
accustomed to his surroundings.
Jay Gatsby: Friend of Nick Carraway, seeking the

comfort of Daisy after being apart for many years. After
returning from war and school, Gatsby developed a
gentle aura and characteristics of a gentleman with an
astounding appearance. How Gatsby carries himself into
that rich, but modest lifestyle adds a flair that remains
unique to him.
Themes
Conflict of Interest: When this occurs, it typically
creates issues between the conflicting characters in
nature. Daisy must choose between Tom and Gatsby
of who should be able to possess her heart. She feels
right with Gatsby, but certain aspects of Tom as a
whole create this tough situation which in any
decision comes with its consequences. Any dispute
in the novel results from this, but proves fatal when
both sides become harmed.
Identity: Every character in The Great Gatsby

develops a facade with Nick breaking out of it
towards the end. Daisy remains to be the most
problematic with this concept that she yearns to
discover who she became. With Nick, she learns true
Daisy: Wife to Tom Buchanan and lover to Jay Gatsby;
love, and escapes her identity created by being
an enigmatic woman who fell in love with Tom for his
revolved around people. Tom creates another image
wealth but stance. She is crossed between crossfires in a
of her that enjoys the company of wealth and life in
war of love between Jay and Tom. Constantly attempts to
this era not represented with Gatsby. In the end,
avoid problems that may affect her and if caught can
cause panic. Daisy is a luxurious woman with a confused Daisy decides with Tom as being the only choice
left, given decisions, and actions steered to remain
sense of love.
in marriage.
Jordan Baker: Lover of Nick Carraway, but also friend of

Daisy. Different from Daisy in a sense where she does
not care for wealth and has self-confidence. She also
enjoys to gossip and remains aware of any situation and
adjusts to it. Jordan enjoys being skeptical, along her
name carrying some weight
Tom Buchanan: Tough and slightly sophisticated, but

also with a temper. Husband to Daisy, but also lover of
another woman secretly. Believes greatly in the thought
of a master race with the purpose of controlling
humanity. Arrogant by being the leading cause to
Gatsbys death.
Impartial Information: Pieces of a puzzle float

around the universe Fitzgerald created in his novel.
People have access to different parts of information.
If the situation of all the puzzles somehow managed
to become combined, the outcome of the novel
would change. However, with events taking place
affecting each of these characters and not acting
upon it resulted in a physical and emotional
downfall. Best represented in a situation where Nick
does not mention the true cause of Mrs. Wilsons
death, secret lover of Tom, thus creating a
conundrum of issues leading to a depressing funeral.
The funeral displayed true intentions of the citizens
of West Egg, creating the Nick of now.
Motifs and Symbols

West Egg/East Egg(Motif): Represents the division
of lifestyle in which different groups of people live
in each side. West represents not so glamorous side
that Nick and Gatsby live in. Usually consisted of
groups of people with slight sophistication usually
with most average human beings. East Egg where
Daisy and Tom live represent the highest chain in
the social hierarchy. Many expensive treats in that
area such as opera, ownership of certain cars, and
usually comes with people of a certain variety.
The Eye(Symbol): Known as Doctor T.J. Eckleburg
billboard, it watches over the garage of George
Wilson. Many massive events occur inside and
outside of the house. The eye manages to be within
view the mechanic shop, witnessing every action or
word said. Embodiment of something righteous that
always judges anything within its sights. Any
actions tainted outside the boundaries of such things
come with consequences, therefore also representing
something divine in nature.
Daisy(Symbol): She represents women who can
often have a sincere heart in the eyes of men and
women, but also be controlled and convoluted by
wealth. To Gatsby, she represents the ultimate
woman worth fighting for in the 1920s. In another
theory, she may also be a mirror image of his wife,
since in Fitzgeralds history, they meet similar to the
way Gatsby meets Daisy. Reflections of that
relationship shine on the one in The Great Gatsby
The Dock(Motif): Dwells within a past where
Gatsby hoped to achieve the love of Daisy, before
she changed with Tom. Where Gatsby bought a
house with a dock that has a view of Daisys house
and where the distance represents the connection
between them.

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Plot Overview

About the Author

Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was born on September

The Great Gatsby

In 1925, The Great Gatsby came into existence with

"F. Scott Fitzgerald Biography." Bio.com. A&E

Nick Carraway: Main protagonist of the novel who lives

Jay Gatsby: Friend of Nick Carraway, seeking the

Identity: Every character in The Great Gatsby

Jordan Baker: Lover of Nick Carraway, but also friend of

Tom Buchanan: Tough and slightly sophisticated, but

Impartial Information: Pieces of a puzzle float

Motifs and Symbols

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