urposelessness encompassed by assets. On the other hand, the inhabitants of West Egg have worked their way up into the world of fortune, many dishonestly, but still hold the vulgarity they garner from their origin. The events that take place in East Egg promote conservatism and power; they are moderately low-key and quiet. Parties and lack of refinement, on the contrary, consume West Egg. When the plot is occurring in West Egg, the story is generally fast-paced; when the plot is occurring in East Egg, the tempo slows.The Great Gatsby takes place in the decade of the “Roarin’ Twenties”. Fitzgerald splendidly incorporates the truth behind the 1920s into his writing. Looking back upon the decade, a spirited vision of dancing and merriment emerges. The high-class American society was in a state of celebration; World War I had finally came to closure. When asked about the purpose of life, Daisy replied, “I don’t know, but it has to do with money and lots of it (p.96).” The men and women of the 1920s were acting impulsively and foolishly. Regardless of how conceited one may seem, he or she secretly had no idea of what he or she was doing. The corrupt, immoral things the characters in The Great Gatsby do directly represent the high-society lifestyle of the 20’s. The three main homes of the characters also greatly correspond with their place in society. Jay Gatsby lives in an enormous mansion, which housed a large Gothic library. Nick once observed the irrelevant quantity of books and how they had seemed never opened. Gatsby’s house was full of expensive, luxury items rarely used as anything more than opulent trimming. His house operated merely for parties—a characteristic of the newly rich. Tom’s estate, on the other hand, was a ravishing colonial manor. The furnishings were tasteful and pleasant. It suited the Buchanan established rich demeanor. Nick lived in a mid...
