The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

This classic American novel, published in 1925, explores the Jazz Age of the 1920s through the story of mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with the beautiful Daisy Buchanan. The narrative follows Nick Carraway as he becomes entangled in the lives of the wealthy elite, revealing themes of the American Dream, wealth, love, and moral decay.

Key themes include the corruption of the American Dream, the emptiness of wealth, and the impossibility of recapturing the past. The novel is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of the Jazz Age and its lyrical prose style.

Main characters include Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire; Daisy Buchanan, his lost love; Nick Carraway, the narrator; and Tom Buchanan, Daisy's wealthy husband.