Why Is The Great Gatsby Great

1. Is Gatsby great?

Jay Gatsby exists in two worlds, and he is undeniably great in both. In the fictional world created by F Scott Fitzgerald, he exists as a person, and he exists as a character in the book The Great Gatsby in the real world. Before it can be determined if Gatsby is great, it must be established what greatness is. Greatness is not being moral, nor is it being well-liked. In reality, greatness is fame, impact, and being distinguished from others. In the fictional world, Gatsby is set apart by his wealth and mystique, but his parties are what make him truly great. His extravagant wealth is put on display at his parties, and at his parties, he is the subject of gossip over the mysteries of his life, which contributes to his fame. However, among the Eggers and elites Gatsby is known for his parties; people may idly wonder about his education and background, but as long as his parties are lavish

It is a testament to Gatsby’s fame that his parties require no invite – they can attract famous and numerous guests simply by word of mouth. The amount and fame of the people who attend Gatsby’s parties are his claim to greatness. Most people in the Eggs know about his parties and regard them highly for their extravagance. However, Gatsby is far greater in the real world than in the fictional one. In the real world, there are numerous retellings and six film adaptations of The Great Gatsby, and it is read in schools across America. The Great Gatsby is undeniably a fundamental part of American literature, and it would not exist without the title character. Although it may be the themes more than the characters that make The Great Gatsby famous, its fame results in the fame of Jay Gatsby himself. The title character of such a popular book is inherently great, regardless of how many people