Negative Effects Of The Rich In The Great Gatsby

Money is one of the most important aspects of an American’s life. Without money, many would not have dinner on the table, a roof over their head, or have the ability to live a healthy and prosperous life. Many work hard everyday, work multiple jobs, or choose a career because of the income. Although having a lot of money might sound great, it comes with a lot of consequences. The concept of money ties into the “American Dream”; anyone in America regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity can be successful if they work hard enough. However, the “super-rich'' continue to strive for more wealth and power, which has many negative effects. In the book, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the characters symbolize how the American dream got twisted

Nick Carraway's father told him, "Whenever you feel like criticizing any one," he told me, "just remember that all the people in this world haven't had the advantages that you've had” (Fitzgerald 1). Having riches as a child will also affect how they act towards others, and how they make choices in life. Although this could be positive, there are plenty of negative outcomes; as children grow, they will think they are above peers and becoming narcissistic. Growing up rich will not benefit a child unless the parents know the balance between money and

This could be because the other spouse doesn't have more or because the other spouse only wants money. Before Daisy met Tom she had fallen for Gatsby, but once she realized that he had no money at the time, she left him. Instead of being with the one she truly loved, she was money hungry. However, when they did meet again, all Daisy could focus on was his wealth. Instead of seeing Gatsby for who he really was she saw other things,“They’re such beautiful shirts,” she sobbed, her voice muffled in the thick folds. “It makes me sad because I’ve never seen such — such beautiful shirts before” (Fitzgerald 92). Daisy finally had the chance to form a connection with Gatsby but all she could see was the wealth that Gatsby now had, and what she had missed out on in the past. Daisy portrays herself as greedy and even selfish; she is not crying over the physical shirts, but missed out opportunities. On the other hand, many people get into relationships for the money, which turns the wealthy off. One distinct fear of the healthy is if people will only love them for their money, “their role as provider has been usurped. “Wealthy people of both genders are wary of gold diggers—Does he love me or my money?—but at the same time fear that this wariness might make them mistrustful of genuine affection” (Wood). With gold diggers in mind, it's hard to distinguish between those who actually love them, and