1. Great Gatsby - Destruction of Dreams
Scott Fitzgerald's novel, The Great Gatsby. ... While Gatsby is the obvious embodiment of this theme, it is also illustrated through the author's other characters, namely Myrtle, George, Tom and Daisy. ... In contrast to these two characters are Tom and Daisy Buchanan. ... Jay Gatsby also had a dream. ... The failure of the American Dream is unavoidable, not only because the reality of life cannot compare to idealistic dreams, but also because the ideals are usually far too perfect to be compared against in reality. ...
- Word Count: 1310
- Approx Pages: 5
- Grade Level: High School