The Great Gatsby Summary
Summer Project 2012- “The Great Gatsby”:
FULL SUMMARY OF “THE GREAT GATSBY”:
During the 1920’s era, within the various movements of prohibition, women’s rights, and the Jazz Age, F Scott Fitzgerald bore a timeless novel by the name of “The Great Gatsby.” The predominant character, Nick, who duals as narrator, is indecisive but thoughtful. He lives in West Egg on Long Island Sound, amidst the aristocratic air and luxurious titles. Gatsby, Nick’s neighbor, whose affairs apart from his parts remain unknown, is an extravagantly wealthy man. Leaving Daisy with her baby, Nick heads to Tom’s home in NY for a luncheon. Tom’s mistress, Myrtle Wilson, is acquainted with Nick; causing Nick to feel uncomfortable about attending the luncheon. Alcohol is freely administered during the luncheon and other parties among the rich class. Gatsby promptly invites Nick to one of his expensive, lavishly youthful parties. Yet before he was fully persuaded on his inclination to leave, he ran into a woman named Jordan Baker- a unique candidate for pursuit. Jordan is called away to speak privately with Gatsby. This conversation is finished over tea; revisiting the days in Louisville when Jay Gatsby was Daisy’s beaux. Daisy broke off their relationship while Gatsby was at war. Daisy married Tom because of his wealth. Gatsby’s love for Daisy deepened, so he achieved a luxurious status to win her over. Gatsby then “conveniently” arranges tea at Nick’s at the same time Daisy plans to visit. Stark with embarrassment, Nick politely abandons the scene with the two old lovers, to give them a more intimate atmosphere. Upon returning to his house, the three visit Gatsby’s house in order that Gatsby may win over Daisy’s heart and whisk her away amidst her 3 years of marriage. . While in town with Jordan, Daisy, and Nick, Tom openly confronts Gatsby about his illegally acquired wealth and intimate exclusivity with Daisy. Gatsby defends their relationship claiming Daisy has never loved Tom. Daisy
FULL SUMMARY OF “THE GREAT GATSBY”:
During the 1920’s era, within the various movements of prohibition, women’s rights, and the Jazz Age, F Scott Fitzgerald bore a timeless novel by the name of “The Great Gatsby.” The predominant character, Nick, who duals as narrator, is indecisive but thoughtful. He lives in West Egg on Long Island Sound, amidst the aristocratic air and luxurious titles. Gatsby, Nick’s neighbor, whose affairs apart from his parts remain unknown, is an extravagantly wealthy man. Leaving Daisy with her baby, Nick heads to Tom’s home in NY for a luncheon. Tom’s mistress, Myrtle Wilson, is acquainted with Nick; causing Nick to feel uncomfortable about attending the luncheon. Alcohol is freely administered during the luncheon and other parties among the rich class. Gatsby promptly invites Nick to one of his expensive, lavishly youthful parties. Yet before he was fully persuaded on his inclination to leave, he ran into a woman named Jordan Baker- a unique candidate for pursuit. Jordan is called away to speak privately with Gatsby. This conversation is finished over tea; revisiting the days in Louisville when Jay Gatsby was Daisy’s beaux. Daisy broke off their relationship while Gatsby was at war. Daisy married Tom because of his wealth. Gatsby’s love for Daisy deepened, so he achieved a luxurious status to win her over. Gatsby then “conveniently” arranges tea at Nick’s at the same time Daisy plans to visit. Stark with embarrassment, Nick politely abandons the scene with the two old lovers, to give them a more intimate atmosphere. Upon returning to his house, the three visit Gatsby’s house in order that Gatsby may win over Daisy’s heart and whisk her away amidst her 3 years of marriage. . While in town with Jordan, Daisy, and Nick, Tom openly confronts Gatsby about his illegally acquired wealth and intimate exclusivity with Daisy. Gatsby defends their relationship claiming Daisy has never loved Tom. Daisy
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