Book :: The Great Gatsby

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I finally read this book, and found it to be an interesting layered story. Nick realizes that the little house he moved in to is not far from the huge and impressive mansion belonging to Jay Gatsby. It is lit up every weekend for Gatsby's parties, and one day he is invited to attend. Nick realizes that his wealthy neighbour is in love with Nick's cousin, Daisy, so he agrees to set up a meeting. It gets complicated since she is now married. This story is a classic, and is both romantic and tragic.

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Beautiful language.

Sep 28th, 2018

One of my favorite books. It is historical works like these that save the essence and flavor of our country.

Feb 13th, 2018

Excellent

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Jan 12th, 2017

I've enjoyed the overall plot of the novel but I wished he went more in depth in character structure. Overall, it was a good read.

Dec 19th, 2016

I thought I would have enjoyed this well appreciated novel more than I did. The vocabulary barrier was difficult for me but I thoroughly liked Fitzgerald writing style. I enjoyed the overall plot of the novel but I wished he went more in depth in character structure. Overall, it was a good read but I don't see it as being one of my favorites. Unfortunately not emotionally provoking enough for me. "Whenever you feel like criticizing any one... just remember that all the people in this world haven't had the advantages that you've had."

Nov 18th, 2016

I'm a sap but I love this book and have read it many times!

Sep 9th, 2016

Enjoyed the style of writing and the themes. Not sure if it is #1, but I have 622 to go...

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Great story, great writing, a must-read one !

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Sep 5th, 2015

When i search classics books to read,this was in the most list on web.."Fitzgerald" i believe,have one special writing type and little trouble me in the begining..The book is good,short,clever and have one subversive ending..To be honest i understand some meanings and not all..So with only the story,some meanings and the writing type,i dont think i put it in my favorites books..But really enjoy to read it

Aug 5th, 2015

My favorite !!

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Jun 5th, 2015

The Great Gatsby is one of my very favorite novels; I have read it several times. Fitzgerald's style is fantastic!

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Jan 27th, 2015

A bold illustration of an archived present that the future can only strive to avoid. The extraordinary becomes simple and the facade of the 'Roaring 20's' is pierced through the psyche of a broken man and his cynicle nature.

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Dec 12th, 2014

The Great Gatsby is a moving look into a love that is undeserved and a satire on the way people lived in the Jazz Age. Gatsby is sacrificed to the careless Daisy and her selfish husband.

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Sep 17th, 2014

great classic fiction!

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Jul 25th, 2014

F. Scott Fitzgerald does an amazing job of portraying life on Long Island in the 1920's.

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Feb 15th, 2014

I regretfully saw the movie before I read this book, they were both fantastic, but I wish I could have picture the book for myself rather than just imagine what I had already seen from the movie throughout the book.

Jan 28th, 2014

loved it really i can't wait to watch the movie now

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Jan 2nd, 2014

I've seen better.

Dec 23rd, 2013

Classic!

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Dec 17th, 2013

A quality literary work with an even interesting story. Pure.

Dec 14th, 2013

the thing i liked about the book, it being tricky at times with its different way of story telling. good but not the best ofcourse.

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Nov 29th, 2013

This book was okay, I'm glad I have read it, but it isn't one I'd rush to pick up again!

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Nov 18th, 2013

The characters are flawed to the point where I hate all of them, the actual tale itself is boring and despite all the symbolism leaves no worthwhile lasting message.

Nov 17th, 2013

Made good use of the dictionary while reading this book, meretricious, punctilious, homogeneity, echolalia? Seems like he was trying to impress readers with his vocabulary. The imagery makes one have to think about what he is referring to (what's with the island of ashes and the big set of eyes?) The book was almost poetic at times. Interesting but nowhere near being my favorite book. Had to watch the movie to explain certain things, such as the source of all the ash, never was this explained in the book. Of course DiCaprio starring in the movie was also a bonus!

Nov 16th, 2013

Great Gatsby? More like Mediocre Gatsby.

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Sep 24th, 2013

The great american novel

Sep 23rd, 2013

I loved this book......especially the eyes that see it all...

Sep 19th, 2013

It was pretentious

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Aug 24th, 2013

Good book. Quite weird, and a drag at times, but enjoyable nonetheless (I'm not exactly sure why it's a famous classic; I guess because of the social

Aug 23rd, 2013

the most stunning imagery i have ever read..

Aug 21st, 2013

This is artistry.

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Jul 11th, 2013

A great depiction of the power of romance, the tragedy of deceit and adultery, and how quickly things can fall apart.

Jun 3rd, 2013

I really enjoyed this book. it's quite short but easy to read, it's true that there are deliberate flaws in all characters but that's what makes the book so real to life. Gatsby is a remarkable character and I truly hope that Leonardo has caught him properly. I thought about this book for weeks after, deciding why the characters said or behaved in a certain way and it made me love it more. You know you've read a good book when it causes you to think about it after ward rather than be spoon-fed the theme. I have to add I cried too.

May 20th, 2013

I love this book. I can't quite quantify why, but I just adore it.

May 12th, 2013

I love that I despise every character in this book!

Apr 22nd, 2013

This bold indictment of the American Dream remains relevant in a day and age in which security and wealth are worshiped as gods. All the money in the world cannot make one happy, and Fitzgerald proves it here, elegantly.

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Mar 30th, 2013

How I loved this book I can't wait for the the new movie version to come out in March 2013

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Feb 26th, 2013

This book is simply fantastic.

Feb 22nd, 2013

One of the pinnacles of American literature and a timeless reminder of the futility of the American dream - definitely deserves a top spot on any book list.

Feb 19th, 2013

I read this book in high school and re-read it recently and found more enjoyment in it now than I did over 10 years ago. It's a good read and I would recommend it.

Feb 17th, 2013

Interesting at times, but not my thing.

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Feb 11th, 2013

Beautiful book.

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