Jay Gatsby

Jay Gatsby is a fictional character from F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby,” representing the American Dream's complexities. He is a wealthy, enigmatic man who made his fortune supposedly through bootlegging, aiming to win back his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Gatsby embodies ambition, hope, and the desire for a better life, but his wealth and charisma are intertwined with illusions and social barriers. His life highlights the contrast between appearance and reality, illustrating how the pursuit of success and love can be both inspiring and tragic within a society obsessed with materialism.