The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a timeless tale of love, wealth, and the elusive American Dream. Set in the opulent world of 1920s New York, the story follows the mysterious and wealthy Jay Gatsby, who throws extravagant parties in hopes of reuniting with his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. As narrated by Gatsby’s neighbor, Nick Carraway, we witness Gatsby’s pursuit of Daisy and the darker side of excess, ambition, and passion. Fitzgerald’s masterpiece explores the hollowness beneath the glittering surface of wealth, creating a haunting portrait of dreams that are just out of reach.