The Great Gatsby (drafts)

"The Great Gatsby" drafts refer to the various early versions of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel before its final publication in 1925. These drafts reveal Fitzgerald’s creative process, showing how he developed characters, themes, and the story’s structure. They contain different wording, scenes, and revisions that offer insight into his evolving ideas. Analyzing these drafts helps readers and scholars understand the author's intentions, the story’s development, and the literary choices that shaped the iconic portrayal of the American Dream, wealth, and disillusionment ultimately presented in the finished novel.