Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Mysterious James Gatz
As I read along, I think to myself, "Who is the mysterious Gatsby really?" Reading thus far I've discovered many traits to this man. . . glimpses of nervousness, insanity, compassion/infatuation, genius, creepiness, desperation, and a young life full of determination. A boy born into a privilege-lacking life, James Gatz ends up owning a huge mansion with all the luxurious life that goes along with it. But does he enjoy that life? Was he seen at his parties? How did he get involved with bootlegging; the business he partakes in that acquires his wealth and prosperity.
We read about his first and original love life with Daisy when they were both young. They meant the world to each other, but to Gatz, you could say that she meant a little bit more than just the world to him. What's so great about Daisy that's gone and driven him over the top for her? It says in Chapter 7 that he had it easy when it came to girls, so what's the deal with him going crazy over Daisy. There must be more to what him and Daisy had for him to be losing so much sleep and dedicating his whole life to her, wouldn't ya' think? In my opinion, if Daisy isn't as willing to be with Gatsby as much as Gatsby is willing to be with her, Gatsby should just let her go. Think about it... Daisy is a married woman, she has a child, and she's doing well since we notice how materialistic she really is. The only thing Gatsby can raise the offer with is that he truly loves her more than Tom does. So whatever is going on in Gatsby's head, obviously cannot be doing him any favors...
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