In the book, The Great Gatsby, by F. ... And so, during the "roaring" materialistic twenties when the book takes place, the American dream is on its death-bed, so to speak. ... For example, Tom Buchanan, easily the most materialistic and empty character in the entire book, reached his developmental "peak" while in college. ... Even Gatsby, the character we, the readers, are supposed to like the best, is materialistic. ... Although Gatsby is materialistic, he does it for the sole reason of love and romance, so he is considered "kinder" with his money, and it shows when he talks to Nick durin...

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• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Not only does the author use a controversial point of view to attract readers, he uses many of the reader's emotions and interests to keep them mentally involved in the book. He intertwines stories of romance, alcohol and physical abuse, failure, and murder into one major plot line. ... Each and every person should strive to be the best that they can be without hurting others. ...

• Word Count: 1839
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School