An analysis exploring Jay Gatsby's preoccupation with the past and how this impacts how he chooses to live his life. His belief that the past can be repeated blurs his reality, creating illusion. These two themes are at the heart of The Great Gatsby and make-up, in large part, the reason why Jay Gatsby is so fascinating to study. This video essay is perfect for teachers, students and literature lovers who want to explore themes, characters and quotations from the novel. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Nostalgia 01:05 - Falling in Love 02:32 - Gatsby Pursues the Dream 03:04 - The Green Light 03:21 - Gatsby and Daisy Reunite 04:58 - Gatsby's Fairy Tale 06:06 - Gatsby's Fatal Flaw 07:57 - The Great Gatsby's Final Lines BOOK The Great Gatsby (1925), F Scott Fitzgerald MOVIE Baz Luhrmann’s excellent portrayal: The Great Gatsby (2013), ©Warner Bros. __________________________________________ All the videos, songs, images, and graphics used in the video belong to their respective owners and I or this channel do not claim any right over them. #thegreatgatsbyanalysis #literaturerevision #gatsbythemes