'The Great Gatsby,' a seminal work by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a quintessential exploration of the American Dream set against the opulence and disillusionment of the 1920s. This classic novel, a masterpiece of modern American literature, delves into themes of desire, excess, and social stratification through the enigmatic figure of Jay Gatsby and his quixotic passion for the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Narrated by Nick Carraway, a witness to Gatsby's tragic pursuit, the story unfolds in the lavish backdrop of Long Island, offering a piercing critique of the American upper class. Fitzgerald's work remains a poignant reflection on ambition, love, and the pursuit of happiness.