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In “The Great Gatsby,” F. Scott Fitzgerald explores the American Dream’s corruption through the life of Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire obsessed with reclaiming his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Set in the Roaring Twenties, the novel portrays themes of wealth, class, and idealism. Gatsby’s lavish parties and mysterious past symbolize both the allure and emptiness of materialism. Despite his immense wealth, Gatsby fails to win Daisy, who remains tied to her husband, Tom Buchanan. The story, narrated by Nick Carraway, critiques the moral decay and social stratification of the era, culminating in tragedy as Gatsby’s dreams unravel, exposing the futility of his pursuit.