1. Symbolism in The Great Gatsby
Scott Fitzgerald portrays themes of desire, seeing, and social class separation, through the use of symbols such as the green light, the eyes of Dr. ... Eckleberg portray more than one theme but mostly represent the theme of seeing. George Wilson looks up at the eyes and claims that they are the eyes of God, "and I said "God knows what you've been doing, everything you've been doing. ... Eckleberg." (160) Wilson spoke the truth, in that that the eyes do watch over many important events that unfold in the novel. ... As explained by Nick, these two villages were occupied by the wealthy...
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- Grade Level: High School