The Great Gatsby is an exploration of the American Dream, capturing the opulence, disillusionment, and social complexity of the Jazz Age. Set against the backdrop of the roaring 1920s, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel follows the life of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire whose lavish parties and unrelenting pursuit of a lost love embody the era's quest for wealth and status. Through the eyes of narrator Nick Carraway, Fitzgerald weaves a tale of ambition, desire, and tragic self-delusion, revealing the hollowness beneath the surface of material success. As relevant today as when it was first published in 1925, The Great Gatsby stands as a poignant reflection on the fragility of dreams and the often-destructive nature of idealism.