... F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, The Great Gatsby we see the constant battle between morality and secularism, mainly through his use of symbolism. Two main symbols used throughout his work are the eyes of Dr. T. J. Eckleburg and the green light. One ... society, that it might build itself up again. I feel symbolism is what made F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby, such a great success, however some critics don't agree. J. M. Kenny, author of "The Great Gatsby wasn't great at all- just a cheap little crook", states, "Fitzgerad's book at first overwhelms the reader with poetic descrip...

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