The Great Gatsby: The Original 1925 Edition (A F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic Novel)

By F. Scott Fitzgerald

A dream pursued. A love lost. A world in disguise.

Set against the glittering backdrop of the Roaring Twenties, The Great Gatsby is a haunting tale of wealth, desire, and illusion. At its heart is Jay Gatsby; a mysterious millionaire driven by an impossible dream: to reclaim a past love and rewrite his future. Narrated by the reflective Nick Carraway, this iconic novel draws readers into a world of lavish parties, shattered ideals, and the quiet ache of longing.

Fitzgerald’s masterwork captures the glamour and emptiness of a rapidly changing America, exposing the fragile truth beneath its golden façade. As much a love story as a social critique, The Great Gatsby continues to mesmerize generations with its beauty, complexity, and tragic brilliance.

Why You'll Love This Book
  • Unforgettable characters shaped by longing and illusion.
  • Poetic, symbolic prose that lingers long after the final page.
  • A timeless meditation on love, identity, and the American Dream.
  • One of the most iconic novels in modern American literature.
Themes
  • The American Dream
  • The Past & Memory
  • Love & Illusion
  • Class & Privilege 
  • Loneliness
Perfect For
  • Readers drawn to tragic romance and lyrical storytelling
  • Fans of historical fiction and cultural commentary
  • Students and literature lovers exploring American identity



 

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Published Jul 1, 2020

163 pages

Average rating: 7.63

1,645 RATINGS

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Readers say this deluxe edition of *The Great Gatsby* offers beautiful, lyrical prose and a vivid 1920s atmosphere that immerses readers in a critique...

Sue Dix
Mar 14, 2026
10/10 stars
It doesn't really take that long to read this book, but I was, and still am, participating in a readalong, and I had to finish this book! This was my first time reading this book, and it won't be my last time. I admit that I had preconceived ideas about this book and thought I knew what it was about, but I was mistaken. It surpassed my expectations and has left me wanting to read more of F. Scott. He certainly has a wonderful way with words.
Cresta McGowan
Dec 25, 2025
10/10 stars
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. There are no words to review this novel. There are only two kinds of people in the world - those that love The Great Gatsby, and those who are so far beneath intelligence I can't spend time writing about them. It is the absolute of the decline of the American dream.  and  - just sayin'
Across the Globe Book Buddies
Oct 19, 2025
Did not like. Will need to try again reading v listening.
Astacianna
Sep 30, 2025
10/10 stars
Oh the symbolism! Oh the beauty! Oh the romance! Oh the tragedy!
Ashwe2011
Jul 06, 2025
4/10 stars
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