In many works of literature, past events can affect the present attitudes of a character. in the novel The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald, Gatsby's past with Daisy affects him entirely, changing his perception of the world.
From the day that he lost her five years prior to the events of the novel, Gatsby’s entire life is based around winning her back. He believes that Daisy will come back to him, blind love clouding his judgment and decision-making throughout the five years. Jordan states, “ Gatsby bought that house to the Daisy would be just across the bay” (pg 78). Jordan goes on to say Gatsby says read Chicago paper for years on the chance of catching a glimpse of Daisy's name” (pg 79). Gatsby's whole being is devoted to nothing except