Product ReviewsThe Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (2004, Trade Paperback)

Good Book.

Good book. -Human hypocrisy is seen often. For example, both Jimmie and Mary have this fault; though Mary is a raging alcoholic who abuses her family, she condemns her daughter as the devil’s spawn and adopts the moral high ground, shunning Maggie after the young girl is deserted by her lover. Though Jimmie is angry about Maggie’s situation with Pete, he does not realize that he has done the same to other helpless girls as well and ruined their lives. In “The Blue Hotel,” Johnnie is a cheater, and his denial of it unintentionally leads to the Swede’s death; similarly, the Easterner fails to support the Swede in his accusation. Also Scully and the cowboy are unwilling to confront the Swede directly, but as soon as he leaves, they are more than happy to boast about what they would have done to him. Also the father of Maggie is a hypocrite, as he calls his home a "livin' hell" yet Maggie’s father isn’t too pleasant to be around either, his family sure doesn’t like hisRead full review...

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (2004, Paperback)

As soon as a reader opens up their copy of The Great Gatsby they will find themselves thrust into the world of 1920's America. This "Jazz Age" featured the prodigious house parties that the prohibition era was known for. But none of the parties thrown could match the lavishness of the festivities at the Gatsby residence on West Egg, Long Island, especially if you were viewing them from the house of his neighbor Nick Carraway. Nick, being a 29 year old bondsman from Minnesota, would have not expected to be around such a lively atmosphere in the first place and could not be prepared in the very least for the summer that was ahead of him while living next to the Gatsby estate. His summer that year nudged him in the directions of such themes as materialism, adultery, murder and life. Through this time, Nick finds himself telling the story of his events on Long Island that summer and how he progressed through a rite of passage which can also connect to the timeless self-discoveries gone through by all readers throughout their lives. But F. Scott Fitzgerald developed his story further from the narrator's rite of passage and developed a tragic figure that is the focus of the story's title, Jay Gatsby. Jay is the charismatic next door neighbor of Nick, who has more mystery surrounding him than he does house guests. Jay's story revolves around Nick's cousin, Daisy, whom Jay has continued to be devoted to even though their relationship had ended years ago. Those who have felt the hurt of a broken heart can relate to the emotions expressed by both Daisy and Jay while they find themselves immersed in the complications of this love during the book. The immersion in which readers can find themselves experiencing is the reason why this book has not stopped birthing positive review after positive review. F. Scott Fitzgerald has truly created a time portal to the 1920's through this literary masterpiece for all to experience and escape from their own worlds and venture into a life much different than their own.Read full review...

Good book

Looks like new although it is a used book. The old story is relevant to current society, can learn many thing from the book, e.g. reserving judgement is a matter of infinite hope.

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Subtle and Insightful, Gatsby keeps the reader reeling

You can never go wrong with a classic - and this is definitely one of the best. Packed with great scenes and incredible details about the 1920's era and generation, The Great Gatsby provides insight that one could never attain anywhere else. I admit, a few of the more obscure references flew right over my head, but for the most part, I enjoyed the subtly and even humor of Fitzgerald's writing. It's more than anything a love hate relationship between the reader and the main characters - one that will keep you reeling back and forth right up to the end. Worth the money to buy keep for good!Read full review...

Book in bad state

This book is in terrible states. Pages are bent, almost every page highlighted in pen or pencil, scratches. Wasted money.

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Essential read for the high school and college student

Popular book in schools for the past 30+ years.

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THE GREAT GATSBY

I bought this book because I needed for a school project. To my surprised I enjoyed reading this facinating story. I liked this book because it teaches readers about how people used to live in the 1920's. Many problems occured with love and marrage between different classes. F.Scott Fitzgerald writes his story in a flashback form. Mr.Gatsby was wealthy, alive, and very in love with his old flame Daisey. However,she is married and has a child. There are some parts that are tragic. I recommended this book because it is enjoyable to read and learn more about F. Scott Fitzgerald. Now I love the history and the style of that magnificant era.
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Mysterious storyline

Interesting story and well written. A good read for anyone.

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An Astounding Achievement-An American Classic

The Great Gatsby is one of the two best novels I've read. It's a similar style to "The Sun Also Rises," by Hemingway. The book is a first person narrative from the voice of the only "normal" character, and his timeless, profound insight into human frailties.

The book is known as an American Classic! I was astounded at Fitzgerald's ability to word lofty concepts beautifully and intuitively understandable to the rational mind.

Yet, the second-person characters ingeniously crafted flaws bite through the reader's faith in the intrinsic goodness of humanity, to reveal human motivations that incite moral conscience, to teach each one of us the harm we all are capable of perpetrating if pushed to far.

But it's done in the nicest possible way. The overall moral is sublime and ultimately practical. The book gave me a sense of hope. It's a fantastic read!Read full review...

Great book! Definitely one for the reading list.

This book is one of the classics and for good reason! I definitely recommend it if you are thinking about reading it.

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