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Personification Of The American Dream In The Great Gatsby

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Jay Gatsby seems the personification of the American dream. Coming from a poor background he was a self-made man. Everything about him is indeed great - to sum up: his house, his parties, his looks. However, it’s his generosity and human nature, which contrast with the selfish and greedy society from where he lives, that make him truly great. The first time Nick meets Gatsby he describes his smile as “one of those rare smiles with a quality of eternal reassurance”. This gives us an idea of an honest and sincere man, although there are aspects of his life that seem somewhat fabricated. It is almost as if there is an aura of mystery surrounding him. Consequently, he is perfectly aware of all the rumours that are made up about him, being this
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