6 Fascinating Facts About The Great Gatsby
"The Great Gatsby" is a classic novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Despite being appreciated by many readers nowadays it was not a commercial success during Fitzgerald's lifetime. Let’s explore more fascinating facts about the novel, its characters, and the writer.
The novel is set in the "Roaring Twenties" and is often seen as a commentary on the American Dream and the disillusionment of the post-World War I generation.
The book is told from the perspective of Nick Carraway, a young man who moves to New York City to work in the bond business. He describes the lives of his wealthy neighbours, including the enigmatic Jay Gatsby.
The character of Jay Gatsby is believed to be based on several real-life figures, including Fitzgerald himself. For instance, Gatsby's lavish parties are well described due to the rich experience of Fitzgerald’s social life during the 1920s.
The character Daisy was created based on one of Fitzgerald’s former girlfriends — Ginevra King.
The novel has been widely studied and analyzed in literature courses and is considered a classic of American literature.
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