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Symbolism in the Great Gatsby

             In almost every novel there is a form of symbolism. There are a number of instances where .
             symbolism is used in the novel The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. In a number of instances, .
             F. Scott Fitzgerald uses objects or situations symbolically. He uses a number of symbols to .
             represent a certain point or idea about something.
             The symbol in this novel that I noticed the most was the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg on the .
             billboard. This symbol, to me, portrays the eyes of God watching over everything. An example of .
             this would be at the end of chapter seven when Myrtle is hit by Daisy. The fact that daisy hit the .
             woman who was having an affair with her husband is ironic and shows that God was watching the sin .
             that was going on and ended it. Another example of this is when Machaelis went to the valley of .
             ashes to visit Wilson, when he notices that Wilson is looking at the billboard. When Machiaelis .
             asks him about it he replies that God sees everything.
             .
             Another major symbol in this story would be the weather. I noticed that in a couple of .
             instances the weather seemed to tell the mood or predict what was going to happen. An example .
             of this would be when Gatsby and Daisy reunite. I noticed that at first the weather was very rainy, .
             while at the same time Gatsby was very nervous. But as soon as their love reawakens, the sun .
             begins to come out. Another example of this symbol would be at the end of the story when Gatsby .
             is killed, it was the last day of summer. Another example of the weather being symbolic could be .
             Gatsby's and Daisy's relationship. Once they reunite, the weather becomes very hot until the end .
             of the novel when it begins to cool down. .
             These are just a few examples of the symbolism in The Great Gatsby. There are a number .
             of other symbols throughout the story. Each of the symbols that he uses all have some kind of .
             special or hidden meaning meant for the reader to figure out.


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1. Symbolizm in the great batsby

Symbolism is able to produce immense emotions. Fitzgerald applies symbolism to three of the most significant characters in "The Great Gatsby" to illustrate incisive sentiments. Fitzgerald's description of Tom Buchanan's colossal house signifies Tom and his values. The red and white colors of the Buchanan's mansion represent Tom's personality. Red customarily exemplifies impurity and boldness, while white signifies Tom's superior attitude towards other individuals. His "red" disposition is presented by ... the audacity of his exposed ... ...

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4. Behind the Lines of The Great Gatsby

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... example of his yearning for Daisy. In the final chapter of the novel we are left with the imagery of the green light, but in this instance it stands for the hopes and dreams of 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 descriptions ... ...

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6. Symbolism In The Great Gatsby

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8. The American Dream: A Scenario Of Conventional Social Myth.

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9. Gatsby

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