The Great Gatsby A Level Notes
The narrative unfolds in 1920s New York during the Prohibition Era, focusing on characters entangled in complex relationships and societal expectations. Nick Carraway, a Yale graduate and war veteran, serves as the narrator, offering insights influenced by F.
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The Great Gatsby A Level Notes Chapter One Characters Myrtle Wilson is George's wife and Tom's Mistress. George B. Wilson is a mechanic and owner of a garage. Both Tom and George's wife Myrtle think him as dumb. Jordan Baker is Daisy's friend and Nick's girlfriend. She is a proffesional golfer and has a shady reputation. Tom Bucanan is a millionare former football star at Yale. He is the husband of Daisy. Daisy Faye is the love interest of Gatsby. She is Nick's second cousin, once removed and later marries Tom Bucanan. Nick lives next door to Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionare who's lavish parties and lifestyle does not bode well with Nick. Narrated by Nick Carraway, a 30 year old Yale Graduate and veteran. 'Nick' is based on Fitzgerald's actual feelings about the 1920's. General Notes The Wall Street Crash Materialism. Themes Religion Compassion & forgiveness Education Lies & Deciet Gender Marriage Mortality Isolation Dissatisfaction The past & memories Wealth Visions of America Love Society and Class Set in the 1920's (Summer of 1922) Post WWI. Set in New York in the Prohibation Era. Written by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
