53 pages 1 hour read

F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Great Gatsby

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1925

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Reviews & Readership

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The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is lauded for its lyrical prose and incisive commentary on the American Dream, set against the opulence and moral decay of the 1920s. Critics praise its rich characterizations and enduring relevance. Some find the plot slow and the characters unlikable, but its literary craftsmanship is widely respected.

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Who Should Read The Great Gatsby?

A reader who enjoys The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is typically drawn to classic American literature, themes of decadence and the American dream, and intricate character studies. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee or Catch-22 by Joseph Heller will find similar appeal in its exploration of societal issues and personal relationships.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Period
The Lost Generation
Modernism
Topics
Music
Genre
Modern Classic Fiction
Drama / Tragedy
American Literature