Scott Fitzgerald's corrupt idea of the typical American Dream. ... "Winter Dreams- portrays different thoughts of Fitzgerald's, particularly from events that happened in his own life during the Jazz Age. ... As a recent graduate from college, Dexter now runs his own laundry business. ... Fitzgerald is able to incorporate his opinion of how the idealistic American Dream promises more than it actually delivers. ... This quote from Fitzgerald to his daughter provides insight into his own life and emotions and why he perceives the society and its' American Dream in an altered man...

• Word Count: 782
• Approx Pages: 3
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School