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The Great Gatsby (Cliffs Notes)

by Kate Maurer

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"Cliffs Notes" is aimed at students needing to understand a subject with a minimum of fuss, covering both classic and modern literature. In this case Fitzgerald's tragic story of a man obsessed with the idea of success in America.

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The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into key elements and ideas within classic works of literature. The latest generation of titles in this series also features glossaries and visual elements that complement the familiar format.

CliffsNotes on The Great Gatsby explores F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel of triumph, tragedy, and a classic love triangle in the 1920s.

Following the story of a young Midwesterner who's fascinated by the mysterious past and opulent lifestyle of his landlord, this study guide provides summaries and critical commentaries for each chapter within the novel. Other features that help you figure out this important work include

  • Personal background on the author
  • Introduction to and synopsis of the book
  • In-depth character analyses
  • Critical essays on topics of interest
  • Review section that features interactive questions and suggested essay topics and practice projects
  • Resource Center with books, videos, and Web sites that can help round out your knowledge

Classic literature or modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.

Synopsis:

Classic literature or modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
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About the Author

Kate Maurer received her Ph.D. in English from Marquette University and is currently an Assistant Professor of Composition and English at the University of Minnesota Duluth.
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Table of Contents

Introduction.

Life and Background of the Author.

Introduction to the Novel.

Critical Commentaries.

Chapters 1 - 9.

Character Analyses.

Critical Essays.

CliffsNotes Review.

CliffsNotes Resource Center.

Index.

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780764586019
Author:
Maurer, Kate
Publisher:
John Wiley & Sons
Location:
New York, NY
Subject:
General
Subject:
History and criticism
Subject:
American literature
Subject:
Book Notes
Subject:
American
Subject:
Examinations
Subject:
American literature -- History and criticism.
Subject:
Fitzgerald, F. Scott - Examinations
Subject:
Literature (Cliffs Notes)
Subject:
Reference-Study Notes
Copyright:
2000
Edition Description:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Series:
Cliffsnotes Literature Guides
Series Volume:
106-5
Publication Date:
June 2000
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
96
Dimensions:
8.34x5.42x.22 in. .22 lbs.
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"Synopsis" by , "Cliffs Notes" is aimed at students needing to understand a subject with a minimum of fuss, covering both classic and modern literature. In this case Fitzgerald's tragic story of a man obsessed with the idea of success in America.
"Synopsis" by , The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into key elements and ideas within classic works of literature. The latest generation of titles in this series also features glossaries and visual elements that complement the familiar format.

CliffsNotes on The Great Gatsby explores F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel of triumph, tragedy, and a classic love triangle in the 1920s.

Following the story of a young Midwesterner who's fascinated by the mysterious past and opulent lifestyle of his landlord, this study guide provides summaries and critical commentaries for each chapter within the novel. Other features that help you figure out this important work include

  • Personal background on the author
  • Introduction to and synopsis of the book
  • In-depth character analyses
  • Critical essays on topics of interest
  • Review section that features interactive questions and suggested essay topics and practice projects
  • Resource Center with books, videos, and Web sites that can help round out your knowledge

Classic literature or modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
"Synopsis" by , Classic literature or modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
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