F Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby

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The Great Gatsby Facts and FAQs

What is The Great Gatsby about?

The Great Gatsby is a 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald that explores themes of wealth, love, illusion, and the American Dream. Set in the Jazz Age on Long Island, the novel follows the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsessive love for Daisy Buchanan. Told through the eyes of Nick Carraway, Gatsby’s neighbor and friend, the novel reveals the emptiness behind America’s glittering surface during the Roaring Twenties.

Who wrote The Great Gatsby?

The novel was written by American author F. Scott Fitzgerald. A leading voice of the 'Lost Generation,' Fitzgerald captured the excesses and disillusionments of post–World War I America. The Great Gatsby is his most famous work, praised for its poetic style and piercing insight into class, identity, and longing.

When was The Great Gatsby published?

The Great Gatsby was first published in April 1925 by Charles Scribner’s Sons. It received modest reviews and sold poorly during Fitzgerald’s lifetime, but gained recognition after his death. Today, it's considered one of the greatest novels in American literature and a cornerstone of 20th-century fiction.

Where is The Great Gatsby set?

The novel is set in the fictional towns of West Egg and East Egg on Long Island, New York, during the summer of 1922. These settings represent real-life contrasts between 'new money' and 'old money' elites. The glamour of Gatsby’s mansion contrasts with the desolate Valley of Ashes, symbolizing the decay beneath the wealth and spectacle of the era.

Is The Great Gatsby based on a true story?

No, the story is fictional, but many aspects were inspired by Fitzgerald’s own life. His love for Zelda Sayre influenced Gatsby’s longing for Daisy, and his experiences in New York’s upper social circles informed the novel’s exploration of status and desire. Fitzgerald even lived in Long Island briefly during the early 1920s.

Why is The Great Gatsby so famous?

The novel’s lyrical prose, tragic romance, and piercing social critique have earned it lasting acclaim. It captures the spirit of the Jazz Age while exposing its moral emptiness. Its themes — the illusion of the American Dream, the corruption of wealth, and the longing for the unattainable — remain deeply resonant for modern readers.

What are some famous quotes from The Great Gatsby?

Some of the most memorable lines from the novel include:
“So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.”
“I hope she'll be a fool — that's the best thing a girl can be in this world, a beautiful little fool.”
“Can't repeat the past? Why of course you can!”
These lines reflect Gatsby’s yearning, Daisy’s disillusionment, and the novel’s deep sense of nostalgia and tragedy.

Is The Great Gatsby in the public domain?

Yes. The Great Gatsby entered the public domain in the United States on January 1, 2021. This means it can be freely quoted, adapted, and reimagined — a major reason it has inspired new editions, film adaptations, and creative literary gifts.

Do you sell The Great Gatsby-inspired gifts?

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What inspired F. Scott Fitzgerald to write The Great Gatsby?

Fitzgerald was inspired by his own experiences with love, class, and ambition in 1920s America. He saw the era’s extravagance and excess firsthand — and also its emptiness. Gatsby’s lavish parties and deep yearning mirror Fitzgerald’s own contradictions: a desire for wealth and status, and a sharp critique of what those things cost.

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