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The Great Gatsby is a thought-provoking novel that I have recently read. The story is set in New York City and Long Island in the 1920s and describes the American society of that era. Gatsby is a character with pursuit and persistence. His life experience and relationship with Daisy are the core of the entire story. Firstly, Gatsby's identity and experience are important elements in the story. He is a young person from the bottom of society, through his own efforts, determination and some unethical means, ultimately achieved his dream and became a wealthy person. However, his inner self is always troubled by past experiences, which makes him feel a lack of confidence and anxiety when facing the person he deeply loves. This inner struggle and contradiction make Gatsby a more realistic and three-dimensional character. Secondly, the relationship between Gatsby and Daisy is also another important element in the story. Their love story was full of twists and turns, but ultimately ended in tragedy. This kind of love story makes people feel regretful, while also reflecting the social reality of that era. In that era of material abundance and spiritual turmoil, people's pursuit of love and life was often distorted and alienated, leading to countless human tragedies. In addition, the novel also explores themes such as corruption, idealism, unwillingness to change, social unrest, and indulgence. These themes not only reflect the social reality of that era, but also the complexity and contradictions within human hearts. In the process of pursuing their dreams and happiness, people often fall into self deception and illusions, thus losing their true self and direction. Finally, the narrative style of the novel is also worth mentioning. The story unfolds from Nick's first person perspective, interspersed with the memories and confidences of the protagonists. This narrative style makes the entire story more realistic and vivid, while also allowing readers to have a deeper understanding of the inner world and emotional changes of each character. In conclusion, The Great Gatsby is a novel that deeply reflects the reality of the times and society. It not only gives people a deeper understanding of that era, but also enables them to have a deeper reflection on their own pursuits. Gatsby's tragic life and his persistent pursuit of love both deeply shock and move people. At the same time, the novel also reminds us that in the process of pursuing our dreams and happiness, we cannot lose our conscience, and cannot fall into self deception and illusion. Only in this way can we find true happiness and satisfaction.