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The Great Gatsby Audiobook
“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.
Description
Fitzgerald sets the novel in the fictional towns of West Egg and East Egg on Long Island, highlighting the stark contrast between new money and old money. Gatsby’s lavish lifestyle and mansion stand as symbols of his aspirations and his desire to win back Daisy, who lives in the more fashionable East Egg with her husband, Tom Buchanan. As Nick becomes entangled in their lives, he uncovers the moral decay and superficiality beneath the glittering surface of high society.
In “The Great Gatsby,” Fitzgerald masterfully critiques the American Dream, depicting it as a mirage that leads to disillusionment and tragedy. Gatsby’s idealism and relentless pursuit of an unattainable dream ultimately lead to his downfall, reflecting the novel’s broader commentary on the elusive nature of success and fulfillment. Through rich symbolism and poignant characterizations, Fitzgerald creates a timeless exploration of human desire and the complexities of social stratification.
Numbered Audiobooks: 477
Number of Unique Covers: 101
Number of 1:1 Covers: 59
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Details
Publisher : Book.io
Series : Audiobook Genesis
First Publication Date : 1925
Author : F. Scott Fitzgerald
Genres: Fiction, Literature, Novel, Romance
Language : English
Format : DEA (Decentralized Encrypted Asset)
Read On : Book.io eReader dApp
Cover Art : Includes 4K hi-resolution book cover
Cardano Policy ID : 6ec2ca60e5962afc6feb92a134fb9bb0888238e965227eb1fe86c7ce
Author Info
F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) emerged as one of the preeminent writers of the 20th century, renowned for his vivid portrayal of the Jazz Age. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, Fitzgerald showcased his literary talents early and eventually attended Princeton University. Although he left Princeton without a degree, his time there deeply influenced his writing. Fitzgerald gained fame with his debut novel, "This Side of Paradise," which captured the youthful disillusionment of the post-World Wa… Read More
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. 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 … Read More
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
“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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