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The Great Gatsby, like a brilliant literary pearl, has a unique and lasting light in the starry sky of American literature. This novel by Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald, with its delicate brushwork, profound connotation and exquisite narrative structure, presents readers with a panoramic picture of the American society in the 1920s, while also digging deep into the complex emotions in the depths of human nature. 1. Gatsby's character image and dream pursuit Gatsby, undoubtedly the core character of the novel, is a charming and tragic character. He was born poor, but he had a burning dream of a better life. His love for Daisy is not only a feeling between men and women, but also a sustenance for his longing for a better life in the upper class society. In order to win Daisy's heart, he plunges into risky business activities and amasses a huge fortune through illegal means. He throws lavish parties that attract celebrities from all walks of life, and behind all this seemingly extravagant life, it is actually a carefully planned performance to chase his dream. He tried to use wealth to make up for the class gap between himself and Daisy, however, he did not realize that this gap is not only material, but also spiritual and values. Gatsby's greatness lies in his persistence in his dream. In the face of numerous obstacles in reality, he always adhered to the belief in his heart. In his eyes, Daisy is the perfect embodiment of his dream, symbolizing all his yearning for a better life. This pure pursuit of dreams is particularly precious in the context of a materialistic society. But at the same time, that's where his tragedy comes from. He idealized Daisy and the upper class society he longed to integrate into, failing to see the complexity of human nature and the cruelty of reality. Second, the image of Daisy and its symbolic significance Daisy is a complex and multi-faceted female image. She is beautiful and elegant, but deeply bound by material and vanity. She lived in a wealthy family and was accustomed to a lavish lifestyle, an environment that gradually distorted her values. In the face of the emotional decision between Gatsby and Tom, her hesitation reflects her inner conflict. She has sincere feelings for Gatsby, but this feeling is fragile in the face of the pressure of reality and the temptation of material. Daisy symbolized the emptiness and hypocrisy of the upper class of American society at that time. She is outwardly a glamorous socialite, but in reality her soul has been eroded by money and status. Her behavior and choice reflected many people's blind pursuit of material and neglect of true love and humanity in the society at that time. The love tragedy between her and Gatsby is not only the emotional entanglement between two people, but also the conflict and collision between two different classes and different values. Third, narrative perspective and story development The novel is narrated from Nick Callaway's first-person point of view, which is an ingenious narrative strategy. As a relatively neutral observer, Nick is both in this social environment full of temptation and degradation, and can keep a certain distance to reflect. His identity enables him to penetrate into Gatsby's world, witness his glory and desolation, and also see the true face of Daisy, Tom and others. Through Nick's eyes, the story develops with suspense and tension. With Nick's eyes, the reader gradually uncovers the mystery of Gatsby, and gets to know his past, his dreams, and his relationships with the people around him. Nick's inner monologue and his views on the events around him also guide the reader's thinking about the characters and events in the story. For example, after seeing what Gatsby did for Daisy, Nick's inner contradiction and critical attitude towards the society enable readers to understand the theme of the novel more deeply. Fourth, the use of symbolism The novel is full of various symbolic devices, the most famous of which is the "green light". The green light flashing at the end of Daisy's dock was the light of hope in Gatsby's heart. It symbolizes Gatsby's dream, always flickering in the distance, seemingly close at hand, but out of reach. This green light continues throughout the story, taking on different meanings as Gatsby's fortunes rise and fall. At the beginning of the story, the green light represents Gatsby's confident yearning for the future; At the end of the story, when Gatsby loses everything, the green light also loses its original magic, symbolizing the collapse of the dream. In addition, Gatsby's mansion is also an important symbol. The lavish building was a symbol of his wealth and a stepping-stone to his attempt to enter the upper classes of society. However, the interior of this seemingly magnificent mansion is filled with loneliness and emptiness, just like Gatsby's heart. His big parties, although lively, but the guests mostly just to enjoy the free entertainment and food, no one rea。