The Americam Dream Essay, Research Paper
“The American Dream”
People may say that the definition of the “American Dream”, means to be wealthy, others may argue that it means to be healthy. Most people think that it is a combination of both. In the novel “The Great Gatsby”, Nick Carraway and Jay Gatsby reveal two different meanings to the phrase, “The American Dream”. Nick’s interpretation of the American Dream is based on being healthy and happy. Gatsby’s on the other hand is more lenient toward the wealthier aspect.
Throughout the entire novel Nick Carraway is known as an honest, trustworthy, loyal, and judgmental type of person. As soon as Nick reaches the age of thirty, he realizes a sense of moral responsibility. He can not tolerate how everything is revolving around money. He is disgusted with the eastern society and now figures out that it is time to leave and move on so that he can be happy. So, he returns to the Middle Western society and fulfills his personal responsibilities.
Jay…
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