The Great Gatsby ( Annotated): The 1925 Original Novel

The Great Gatsby written by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a timeless classic novel. This edition includes: – Original manuscript – Introduction with author’s personal experience and cultural explosions that motivated him to write this story “The Great Gatsby” is a novel written by American author F. Scott Fitzgerald. It was first published in 1925 and is considered one of the greatest works of American literature. The novel is set in the summer of 1922 and revolves around the life of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire known for his extravagant parties. The story is narrated by Nick Carraway, who becomes Gatsby’s neighbor. Nick describes the events that unfold in the fictional town of West Egg on Long Island, including the complex relationships between Gatsby, Nick, and Daisy Buchanan. Daisy is Nick’s cousin and the love interest of Gatsby. Gatsby is deeply in love with Daisy and throws extravagant parties in the hope that she will attend. The novel explores themes such as the American Dream, wealth, love, and the corruption of the American Dream by the pursuit of material success. Gatsby’s wealth and success are a facade to win back the love of Daisy, who is married to Tom Buchanan. The story is tragic, with themes of unrequited love, social class struggles, and the disillusionment of the American Dream.