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What Is The Power Of Love In The Great Gatsby

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The Great Gatsby and Sonnets from the Portuguese both explore the theme of love and express the effect the power of love can have upon people. Throughout The Great Gatsby, the power of love is explored through the character of Jay Gatsby, as he does everything in his power to win the love of Daisy. As a wealthy man, Gatsby believes the only way to win Daisy’s love is to buy it for her. Therefore, Gatsby buys his large mansion across from Daisy and throws extravagant parties, all in the hope that Daisy will come across him one day. The concept of Gatsby’s love for Daisy is explored through the quote by Nick Carraway, the narrator: "It was a strange coincidence," I said. “But it wasn't a coincidence at all… Gatsby bought that house so that Daisy
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