Part one of term paper
Since it seems that notions of a corrupt society were evident everywhere in the nineteen twenties, it is curious that the rest of society can not see the tragedy inherent in the life of Gatsby, the tragedy that is so clear to Nick. It is for this reason, that Fitzgerald emphasizes the aspect of blindness in the novel. He pinpoints the fact ...

Part two of term paper
... Tom and the other "jet-setters" of the twenties drive recklessly; they would rather not know what lies beyond the corner than take precaution. So caught up in the frenzy of having fun, they risk thoughtlessly their own lives and the lives of others. Nick states to Jordan, "You're a rotten driver. Either you ought to be more careful, or you oughtn't drive." Jordan responds, "They'll keep out of my way. It takes two to make an accident." Fitzgerald attacks the motif of reckless driving vigorously, ...