The great Gatsby written by F.Scott Fitzgerald is frequently authorized as one of the most superior
pieces of American Literature. (Pidgeon)
Critics disagree on whether it should be marked as classic when taking into account its aspects and
condition of excellence. Also which critical approach is more suitable to describe it’s capability to be
considered a classic.
When it was first released at …. The sales could be described as mediocre and the opinions of the critics were mixed, while the general public’s reviews were mostly negative. Edwin Clark of the New York Times refers to Great Gatsby “as a curious book, a mystical glamorous story of today”
On the other hand, Ruth Hale of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle claims that “it did not contain one chemical trace of magic, life, irony, romance or mysticism that she could relate” Fitzgerald dies in 1940, and his novel remains unnoticed until the 1950s when it was revisited and being given a different approach by professionals. It is still unclear why it gained popularity the decades after its publication, as one can assume that people of 1920s could identify more with the period than later readers.
However by applying mimetic approach on the novel we can observe the abundance of universal subjects that are unfolding throughout the story and can be easily acknowledged by readers of all periods and cultures. Those timeless concepts give the opportunity to readers of different backgrounds to appreciate and understand this work.
Firstly, one major notion of the 1920s is illustrated: The American dream. The concept that describes humans as high achievers that will make great fortunes and become very successful no matter what the circumstances are. Despite the common notion of the generation that The American dream is attainable and ideal Gatsby’s experiences state contrarily.
Readers should also take into account whether his methods of achieving this aspiration are praiseworthy and excused because of his motivation; which was to be on an intimate relationship with Daisy that was impossible in 1917 as he hadn’t become successful and wealthy yet.
Moreover, it is evident that even though the concept of this goal appears as an ideal prospect, Gatsby’s story also confesses that this dream can be inevitably corrupted by the presence of individuals such as Tom and Daisy.
Another harmonious topic that is enclosed is the relationship between money and happiness. Gatsby notwithstanding his social class and acquired possessions he is lacking the one thing he mostly desires; a relationship with Daisy. He is constantly described to be living going back and forth to the past that he is unable to relive in the present.
This can be inferred when he decides to stay and take responsibility for a car accident that Daisy has committed refusing to abandon her at this ordeal even though he deeply knows that their relationship will never be the same as in 1917.
Perhaps the most multiplex universal topic that is displayed is the general ambiguous nature in all facets of the world. The mixed feeling that Nick has about the events unfolding around him and the people he meets are revealing this aspect of The great Gatsby. His contrasting feelings become more apparent in interaction with others. When it comes to Gatsby, in concordance with most readers, Nick loses significant respect for him when he becomes aware of post illegal acts that he committed in order to become successful. Regardless his disapproval, he seems to understand Gatsby’s motivations.
In the same fashion, in the end he seems to be disgusted by the actions of Tom Buchannan, this is profound when he refuses to shake hands with him. At the same time, he justifies some of his acts even though he cannot forgive him.
Although these prior themes are noteworthy the general idea that we can conclude is “the tragic predicament of humanity as a whole. “(Dysoh) Gatsby’s pursuit of getting back with Daisy fails , his idealistic perceptions about the past smash and he dies . One important condition, is that most readers will identify with the feeling of failure and loss , along with the clichéd quota that money cannot buy happiness. Perhaps the most admirable achievement of The great Gatsby is the presentation of so many infinitive things in less than 50.000 words. (Hedberg, 2011)
When it was first released at …. The sales could be described as mediocre and the opinions of the critics were mixed, while the general public’s reviews were mostly negative. Edwin Clark of the New York Times refers to Great Gatsby “as a curious book, a mystical glamorous story of today”
On the other hand, Ruth Hale of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle claims that “it did not contain one chemical trace of magic, life, irony, romance or mysticism that she could relate” Fitzgerald dies in 1940, and his novel remains unnoticed until the 1950s when it was revisited and being given a different approach by professionals. It is still unclear why it gained popularity the decades after its publication, as one can assume that people of 1920s could identify more with the period than later readers.
However by applying mimetic approach on the novel we can observe the abundance of universal subjects that are unfolding throughout the story and can be easily acknowledged by readers of all periods and cultures. Those timeless concepts give the opportunity to readers of different backgrounds to appreciate and understand this work.
Firstly, one major notion of the 1920s is illustrated: The American dream. The concept that describes humans as high achievers that will make great fortunes and become very successful no matter what the circumstances are. Despite the common notion of the generation that The American dream is attainable and ideal Gatsby’s experiences state contrarily.
Readers should also take into account whether his methods of achieving this aspiration are praiseworthy and excused because of his motivation; which was to be on an intimate relationship with Daisy that was impossible in 1917 as he hadn’t become successful and wealthy yet.
Moreover, it is evident that even though the concept of this goal appears as an ideal prospect, Gatsby’s story also confesses that this dream can be inevitably corrupted by the presence of individuals such as Tom and Daisy.
Another harmonious topic that is enclosed is the relationship between money and happiness. Gatsby notwithstanding his social class and acquired possessions he is lacking the one thing he mostly desires; a relationship with Daisy. He is constantly described to be living going back and forth to the past that he is unable to relive in the present.
This can be inferred when he decides to stay and take responsibility for a car accident that Daisy has committed refusing to abandon her at this ordeal even though he deeply knows that their relationship will never be the same as in 1917.
Perhaps the most multiplex universal topic that is displayed is the general ambiguous nature in all facets of the world. The mixed feeling that Nick has about the events unfolding around him and the people he meets are revealing this aspect of The great Gatsby. His contrasting feelings become more apparent in interaction with others. When it comes to Gatsby, in concordance with most readers, Nick loses significant respect for him when he becomes aware of post illegal acts that he committed in order to become successful. Regardless his disapproval, he seems to understand Gatsby’s motivations.
In the same fashion, in the end he seems to be disgusted by the actions of Tom Buchannan, this is profound when he refuses to shake hands with him. At the same time, he justifies some of his acts even though he cannot forgive him.
Although these prior themes are noteworthy the general idea that we can conclude is “the tragic predicament of humanity as a whole. “(Dysoh) Gatsby’s pursuit of getting back with Daisy fails , his idealistic perceptions about the past smash and he dies . One important condition, is that most readers will identify with the feeling of failure and loss , along with the clichéd quota that money cannot buy happiness. Perhaps the most admirable achievement of The great Gatsby is the presentation of so many infinitive things in less than 50.000 words. (Hedberg, 2011)
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