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Great Gatsby

cluding people he does not know. However, none of these people actually care for Gatsby. They use him for his wealth and good faith, but no one really cares about Jay himself. From a conversation between the narrator, Nick Carraway, and a man called Owl Eyes, after Gatsby's funeral it is evident that Gatsby's wish for acceptance has been futile:" 'I couldn't get to the house,' he remarked'Neither could anybody else.''Go on!' He started. 'Why, my God! They used to go there by the hundreds.'The poor son-of-a-bitch,' he said"(183)All the people that participate in and enjoy Gatsby's parties do not even show up for his funeral at the end of the novel. However, before Gatsby's death, he strongly believes that if his parties get big enough, he will gain instant success in the community and win Daisy's affection. Gatsby is willing to spend vast amounts of money just to attract Daisy's attention. During his parties he makes sure everyone has a good time. For example, a woman talks about her experience at Gatsby's party: "I like to comeI never care what I do, so I always have a good time. When I was here last I tore my gown on a chair, and he asked me my name and address-inside a week I got a package from Croirier's with a new evening gown in it."(47) This quote shows that Jay would spend money carelessly in order to make a good reputation for himself. Another woman replies with "There's something funny about a fellow that'll do a thing like thatHe doesn't want any trouble with anybody."(48) Gatsby will do anything, to stay out of trouble and be on good terms with anybody. He thinks that by throwing lavish parties he will be able to attract the attention of Daisy and win the respect and friendships of people in his neighborhood. Gatsby is willing to do anything to appear to be a true gentleman; this includes lying about his past and present. Jay tries to cover up his illegal profession by lying about his past. "I'll tell you God's tr...

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