Although Jay Gatsby went about his success through ways that were both illegal and unconstitutional, he still achieved the kind of money one would need to piece together the “American Dream”. Even though Gatsby did manage to accumulate the kind of wealth he has through corrupt ways, it didn’t seem to effect him the least bit throughout the

novel. He seems to live a completely carefree lifestyle, as if the weight of his actions are some how justified through his success. Throughout the novel Jay is very frivolous with his money. For example, his extravagant parties with the entertainment, food, and booze that he supplied. To be able to afford the kind of luxuries that Jay has, is definitely a sign that he has the wealth of someone who has achieved the “American Dream”. And not only did he have the money to show for it, he also had the power.

Popularity is something valued very little by some, but treasured very highly by most. Jay Gatsby loved his popularity. He became as popular as he was by having amazing parties that everyone, invited or not, would go to. Gatsby himself rarely attended his own parties. Never th

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