... hypocrite; he condemns the affair between Daisy and Gatsby, meanwhile carrying on his own with Myrtle. All of these qualities- carelessness, hypocracy, aesthetic values, "intellectualism", and power- Tom so blatently diplays, are characteristics of the old money. Jordan Baker, Daisy's childhood friend and Nick's short-term love interest, is portrayed as being reckless and dishonest, having the arrogant attitude of many ... ...

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... the novel, the author, F. Scott Fitzgerald, uses the comparison between two cousins to show how their differing characteristics reflect the themes of morality and reality versus illusion. One of Nick's Characteristics that is incompatible with Toms is that Nick is cautious when speaking. On an occasion ... , unveils his lack of respect for other people. Their differing characteristics reveal how each of them treats their relationships. Thus, showing theme of morality. Nick's honesty and Tom's lack of it set the foundation for their faithfulness. Since Nick has a strong foundation and is ...

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... , but rather a more in-depth view of American history and the ordinary people living during this time. In F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel the Great Gatsby, morality played a huge factor in how the reader views the people of the 1920s. The 1920s was a period in our history, much like many other eras, ... evident in every character in some way. It was each of the character's dreams that allowed them to push aside other important issues such as morality or other people's consideration in their pursuit of personal happiness. The characters and the people of the 1920s were willing to do anything ...

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... 's relationship with Drouet and later Hurstwood, is that of prostitution. Carrie does not love them; she compromised the Victorian idea of social morality of her time, engaging in a sexual and cohabitating relationships with these men, only because of her needs and desires for material goods ... . Whereas she once lived in an illicit marriage and cohabiting relationship with middle class men she didn't really love, compromising conventional social morality for financial gains, she now receives letters and gifts from wealthy men who are trying to capture her heart but she doesn't desire ....

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... Gatsby, the novel's main character. Throughout the novel Gatsby is revealed more and more as a man totally different than the general conception about him. Furthermore Gatsby's questionable behavior, or ambiguous morality, is proven as fact. This ingredient of uncertain morality present in James Gatsby helps narrow the proverbial time gap between the roaring 20's and the present. Gatsby's ambiguous ... morality is undoubtedly present in his past and history, his dealing with business and finance, and his manipulated views on relationships and love. No doubt do these factors play a major...

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... reveals their natures to the readers. Towards the end of the story, readers will eventually discover that Nick and Gatsby have changed, a change in Gatsby's self-identity and in Nick's morality from the beginning until the end of the novel. Through information presented in each chapter, readers gradually learn about Gatsby's past. Jay Gatsby's original name was James Gatz and at ... the Buchanans's non-reaction to these two deaths, especially the death of Gatsby. Nick comes to realize that he cannot remain untainted by the corrupt and, corrupting Buchanans. Nick chooses morality; theref...

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... between classes. The attitude toward the upper class is resented by many of the lower class. The symbolism in Eckleberg's eyes in the valley of ashes symbolizes the corruption of morality. It symbolizes the eyes of God and how he looks at the failure of human society and their downfall with a "watchful vigil". (Fitzgerald 7). The eyes show symbolizes how corrupted ... Gatsby never fully realized that it was just a dream. He becomes so lost in this dream that he loses a sense of reality which alters his judgment. Gatsby soon loses his morality and overall sense of judgment Gatsby's luxur...

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... . The Valley of ashes symbolizes this decay and the eyes of TJ Eckelburg symbolize God looking at the decaying morals and the plight of the poor. A victim of the bad morality of the rich, George Wilson lives next to the valley of ashes. The mood of The Great Gatsby, hot in the middle of summer, reveals something about why characters act ... selfish ways lead to the unhappiness of his family and the death of Myrtle Wilson, her husband George Wilson, and Jay Gatsby. Nick, close to the opposite of Gatsby, personifies morality and goodness. As an honest man, he does not fall into the trap of...

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... . Massive public corruption reflected the public mood. With this time came the fast pace of money and business, and instant millionaires, which brought the loosening of morality. With these instant millionaires came the new morality and this immoral way of life. This brought the separation of the upper class between the old and more traditional establishment and the new and more immoral ... ...

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... astray from his quest for his grail. He begins dating Jordan and she becomes a distraction from his true quest. He begins to substitute his ideal of her for his ideal morality. This distraction shows when Nick proceeds to describe Jordan as a grail-like figure; "Daisy and Jordan sat by the couch, like silver idols." (p.122). In a similar way to Arthur's being ... ...

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... to succeed in a world where everything revolves around material possessions. With her involvement in Tom's class, she only becomes vulgar and corrupt like the rich. She loses all sense of morality by hurting others in her futile attempt to join the ranks of Tom's social class. In doing so, she is leaving behind her husband who loves her. Myrtle believes he ... ...

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... to succeed in a world where everything revolves around material possessions. With her involvement in Tom's class, she only becomes vulgar and corrupt like the rich. She loses all sense of morality by hurting others in her futile attempt to join the ranks of Tom's social class. In doing so, she is leaving behind her husband who loves her. Myrtle believes he ... ...

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... is portrayed as a confidant to Jay Gatsby. Nick stands out when being compared to the other characters in the story. It is Nick's honesty with himself and toward others, his morality, his help, and his unbiased, slow to judge qualities that make him one of the confidants of the novel, mainly to Gatsby. Nick is our guide, pathfinder, in The Great ... ...

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... that the reader entrusts Nick with the narration of the story. Near the beginning of the novel Nick appeals himself to the reader by explaining that his strong sense of morality was instilled very early on in life by his father. "Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone just remember that all the people in this world haven't had the advantages you ... ...

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... persons living in 1920's wanted wealth and material goods, and essentially lost their integrity. Tom epitomized a society that had lost its compassions, its loyalty to others, and its sense of morality, his lifestyle with Daisy exemplified this. In contrast, Gatsby remained subjected to his overwhelming emotions and his dream of being with the girl he has always loved. "Some time toward ... ...

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... 115). He even says, "Her voice is full of gold." The Great Gatsby chronicles the downfall of the American Dream. F. Scott Fitzgerald was inspired to write this by the decayed morality that was the "roaring 20's." Never has the American Dream been more evident than in that decade while even though the dream continues to change. Wherever there is a fancy such ... ...

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... the one who killed his wife; knowing George would seek revenge. Tom allowed George to take blame for his own demands. This is an act of contempt and not of morality. He placed the blame and bulk of his actions onto George in an act of vengeance for his own personal gain. Tom's downfall illustrates that although one can look to ... ...

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... away" (Pg. 118) While everyone else is moving in, George is the only character in the whole book who dreams about moving out, which makes him a contrast between lifestyle and morality. Ironically, George is depending on Tom to save his marriage with Myrtle by selling him the car, but it is Tom who is sleeping with his wife and who ultimately ... ...

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... away" (Pg. 118) While everyone else is moving in, George is the only character in the whole book who dreams about moving out, which makes him a contrast between lifestyle and morality. Ironically, George is depending on Tom to save his marriage with Myrtle by selling him the car, but it is Tom who is sleeping with his wife and who ultimately ... ...

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... away" (Pg. 118) While everyone else is moving in, George is the only character in the whole book who dreams about moving out, which makes him a contrast between lifestyle and morality. Ironically, George is depending on Tom to save his marriage with Myrtle by selling him the car, but it is Tom who is sleeping with his wife and who ultimately ... ...

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... wealthy during what was a time of recovery and luxury in this particular area, it explores an interesting concept that is apparent in much of modern literature- money does not equal morality. In The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald does a stunning job of combining many characters that are complete and total opposites but still interact with the same sort of mysterious nature and passion ... ...

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... themselves. They "play both sides of the fence" so that they won't fail to spot any opportunities that could benefit themselves. Their materialistic nature overtakes all of their emotions and morality. The three previously mentioned themes as well as many others contained in the pages of this novel can help readers to learn things about their lives and the lives of ... ...

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... astray from his quest for his grail. He begins dating Jordan and she becomes a distraction from his true quest. He begins to substitute his ideal of her for his ideal morality. This distraction shows when Nick proceeds to describe Jordan as a grail-like figure; "Daisy and Jordan sat by the couch, like silver idols." (p.122). In a similar way to Arthur's being ... ...

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... me but you can't fool God!...God sees everything." George Wilson uses the billboard as a comfort, so to speak, as the billboard is symbolized to be the ultimate judge of morality. The desolation of the area where this billboard is located is seen in Fitzgerald's use of the billboard. Thus, God is watching over the land which once was paradise, but ... ...

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... at work. The moral climate of the Roaring Twenties, Daisy Fay Buchanan's pernicious hold on him, and Jay Gatsby's own nature all contribute to his tragic demise. First, the loose morality of Dan Cody, Gatsby's unfortunate role model, and superficial people who flock to Gatsby's parties contribute to Gatsby's downfall. Their examples encourages Gatsby's interpretation of The American Dream- his naive ... ...

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