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Explore the life and literary achievements of F. Scott Fitzgerald, an American literary icon known for his portrayal of the Jazz Age. His novels, including 'The Great Gatsby,' delve into themes of love, ambition, and the American Dream, reflecting the era's social stratification and moral complexities. Fitzgerald's personal struggles and his influence on culture are also examined.
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Fitzgerald's parents and upbringing in St. Paul, Minnesota
Time at Princeton University
Fitzgerald's decision to leave Princeton without a degree and its impact on his writing
Romantic Relationships
Fitzgerald's tumultuous romance with Ginevra King and marriage to Zelda Sayre and their influence on his portrayal of love and ambition
The publication of "This Side of Paradise" and its impact on Fitzgerald's personal and professional life
Fitzgerald's five novels, including "The Great Gatsby" and "Tender is the Night," showcase his lyrical prose and exploration of themes such as ambition, relationships, and the American Dream
Fitzgerald's short story collection "Tales of the Jazz Age" also delves into these themes and provides a glimpse into the opulence and moral decay of the 1920s
"The Last Tycoon," published posthumously and unfinished, was edited by his friend and literary critic Edmund Wilson
Fitzgerald's personal experiences with class disparity are reflected in his portrayal of social stratification in works such as "The Great Gatsby" and "This Side of Paradise."
The emotional complexities of love and romance in the Jazz Age are explored in Fitzgerald's novels and short stories
Fitzgerald's characters often confront the disillusioning reality of the American Dream, exposing its moral ambiguities and societal pressures
Fitzgerald's depiction of the Roaring Twenties and the Jazz Age provides a critical lens on the period's affluence, consumerism, and evolving social norms, making his work an important historical and cultural reference
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Fitzgerald's iconic literary period
Jazz Age, a term he popularized, reflecting the 1920s cultural and social vitality.
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Fitzgerald's first novel and its significance
"This Side of Paradise"; success allowed marriage to Zelda, reflected youth and WWI disillusionment.
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Fitzgerald's most acclaimed work
"The Great Gatsby"; examines American elite, dreams, and disillusionments in the 1920s.
