In the shadows of the great Gatsby is another brilliant novel by F.

Scott Fitzgerald. This book is evidence to Fitzgerald’s literal

genius because it was written by the author in his twenties to
mirror his experiences at the time. Everyone knows F. Scott
Fitzgerald. He is variously remembered as the “Great American
Dreamer,” the author of The Great Gatsby, and the man who
coined the phrase “Jazz Age.” I'm here today to talk about this
side of paradise by F scott Fitzgerald. The story narrates the
chronicles of one Amory Blaine in his journey to self discovery,
we see him develop from a young boy born with a silver spoon
through to adulthood. It narrates his enrollment in the prestigious
Princeton University and how he leaves the institution to pursue
other things. He leaves campus to enlist in the army to fight for
his country during the First World War. Upon his return, Amory
goes through a series of difficulties, both financially and
personally. This Side details the life of the passionate youth
Amory Blaine, and his quest for love and glory as he enters adult
life. Fitzgerald refers to him as “The Romantic Egotist because the
main character thought and dreamed of becoming the most
important person among other people.”The crux of the narrative
is Amory’s love life, which is heavily based on that of Fitzgerald’s
own. A major theme in the novel is the disillusionment, or
disappointment one feels as one grows older. Amory realizes that
the heroes, great people, and ideas that one idealizes during
one's youth are just human too. I was fascinated by the author's
style of writing this book.Fitzgerald’s mastery of the English
language is what really makes this book worth reading. His
imagery throughout the novel is rich, particularly when it comes
to describing the mannerisms and appearances of the characters.
I'll read out a little description of Emory's mother. I believe that
this novel is written for the younger generation. This book is
relevant for everyone, but at certain times.
The phrase "this side of paradise" comes from Brooke's poem
"Tiare Tahiti" and refers to the fact that heaven is waiting for us
at the end of our lives… ... meaning that all of our time on earth
is spent waiting to cross over into heaven.