Seizing the Dream

Seizing the Dream
<Tab/>The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896 - 1940), provides readers with Fitzgerald's perception of the American dream, in the form of a fictional novel. Set in Long Island and New York City in 1922, the story abruptly introduces us to the main character, and narrator, Nick Carraway, whom has just recently returned from his service within the Great War. Upon his return, Nick decides against remaining in his Midwestern hometown, selling hardware, and moves east to Long Island, New York to begin learning the traits of the "bond business". Nick dec…