Tales of the Jazz Age
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jpg.storeF. Scott Fitzgerald’s “Tales of the Jazz Age” captures the essence of the Roaring Twenties with a vibrant collection of short stories that explore the era’s exuberance, excess, and underlying disillusionment. Published in 1922, this anthology reflects Fitzgerald’s keen observations of the social dynamics and cultural shifts that defined the Jazz Age. Each story delves into different facets of the time, from the flamboyant lifestyles of the rich and glamorous to the struggles and aspirations of the everyday individual.
Description
Fitzgerald’s “Tales of the Jazz Age” not only entertains but also provides a critical lens through which to view the contradictions and complexities of the 1920s. His exploration of themes such as wealth, love, ambition, and moral decay resonates deeply, offering insights into the human condition that remain relevant today.
In “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” Fitzgerald presents a fantastical tale about a man who ages in reverse, challenging conventional notions of life and identity. This story, along with others like “May Day” and “The Diamond as Big as the Ritz,” showcases Fitzgerald’s ability to blend realism with imaginative storytelling. His characters, often caught between their desires and societal expectations, navigate a world of changing values and fleeting pleasures. Fitzgerald’s prose, marked by its lyrical quality and sharp wit, brings these stories to life, capturing the spirit of the age with both humor and poignancy.
Through this collection, Fitzgerald cements his reputation as a master chronicler of his time, deftly portraying the highs and lows of an era defined by its relentless pursuit of novelty and excitement.
Numbered eBooks: 273
Number of Unique Covers: 85
Number of 1:1 Covers: 46
The Diamond as Big as the Ritz
15 Unique Designs
x 7 Numbered eBooks
= 105 NFT eBooks
eBook Numbers 168 - 272
(38.46% of Supply)
The Jelly-Bean
13 Unique Designs
x 6 Numbered eBooks
= 78 NFT eBooks
eBook Numbers 90 - 167
(28.57% of Supply)
Mr. Icky
11 Unique Designs
x 4 Numbered eBooks
= 44 NFT eBooks
eBook Numbers 46 - 89
(16.12% of Supply)
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
22 Unique Designs
x 1 Numbered eBooks
= 22 NFT eBooks
eBook Numbers 24 - 45
(8.06% of Supply)
The Camel’s Back
13 Unique Designs
x 1 Numbered eBooks
= 13 NFT eBooks
eBook Numbers 11 - 23
(4.76% of Supply)
O Russet Witch!
11 Unique Designs
x 1 Numbered eBooks
= 11 NFT eBooks
eBook Numbers 0 - 10
(4.03% of Supply)
Details
Publisher : Book.io
Series : Multi-Chain
First Publication Date : 1922
Author : F. Scott Fitzgerald
Genres: Anthology, Classics, Fiction, Literature, Novella, Short Story
Language : English
Word Count : 65,000
Format : DEA (Decentralized Encrypted Asset)
Read On : Book.io eReader dApp
Cover Art : Includes 4K hi-resolution book cover
Cardano Policy ID : 87cf47c36589b258834402e8b470d4561962ce2af1e9ad2512e82de9
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“The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald captures the essence of the Roaring Twenties, portraying the opulence and excess of the Jazz Age. Fitzgerald introduces readers to Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire who throws extravagant parties in hopes of rekindling a past romance with Daisy Buchanan. Through the eyes of narrator Nick Carraway, the novel explores themes of ambition, love, and the American Dream, revealing the hollow pursuit of wealth and status.
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“The Great Gatsby” is a novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald and published in 1925. The story is set in the 1920s and explores themes such as wealth, love, and the American Dream.
The novel is known for its commentary on the Roaring Twenties, a time period marked by economic prosperity, social and cultural change, and moral decay. Fitzgerald captures the excess and indulgence of the era, but also critiques it, showing how it ultimately leads to the downfall of many of the characters.
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