One of the strong themes in Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby is the illusion that wealth brings happiness. It’s portrayed in everything from the glitter of the descriptive passages to the shallowness of the characters’ lives. This and other themes in The Great Gatsby are what make it such a timeless classic.
Ever
tried putting a theme into your writing?
While themes shouldn’t be pushy or in your face, an underlying theme woven into your characters and scenes can enhance the power of your story. It’s best to try and think of your theme as you outline your plot. Keep it broad enough so it can pop up in different ways throughout your tale (“people are jealous of the rich,” is too narrow; “education sows the seeds of revolution,” is better). Forging a good theme can be a challenge. But if you’re successful, you might just create something truly amazing.
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