The Complete Works

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Sprache - Englisch

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F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Complete Works' is a monumental assemblage of the iconic American writer's literary achievements, presenting readers with a cumulative experience of his narrative genius and stylistic innovations. This comprehensive collection showcases Fitzgerald's remarkable range, chronicling his evolution from the keen social observer of 'This Side of Paradise' and the exuberance of 'Flappers and Philosophers', through the complexities of 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Tender is the Night', to the posthumously admired 'The Love of the Last Tycoon' and the reflective insights of his later short stories. The inclusion of his poetry, non-fiction essays, and the play 'The Vegetable' enriches the reader's understanding of Fitzgerald's breadth and deepens appreciation of his literary context within the Roaring Twenties and the Great Depression era. Fitzgerald's prose sings with the exultant rhythm of the times, yet bears the weight of human fragility and disillusionment, masterfully encapsulating the spirit of an age with precision and empathy. The son of a furniture manufacturer turned salesman and his socially ambitious Northern mother, Fitzgerald's life is often seen as a quest for the American Dream, which provides a poignant backdrop to his writing. Personal struggles with financial instability, alcoholism, and the mental illness of his beloved wife Zelda deeply colored his works, infusing them with a poignant mixture of dazzling hope and existential melancholy. Fitzgerald's narrative voice—from the exuberant to the tragic—reflects a heart and mind deeply divided by the lure of success and the specter of failure. 'The Complete Works' invites readers into an intimate conversation with a writer whose own story is as compelling as the characters he created. Scholars and enthusiasts of American literature will find in this edition a treasure trove that reveals the evergreen humanity of Fitzgerald's work. The volume holds particular allure for those seeking a richer understanding of the American literary canon or the societal transitions of the early 20th century. In reading Fitzgerald's oeuvre in its entirety, one gains not just a sense of the author's artistic journey, but also of the nation he painted with such vivid colors. Recommended unreservedly, this collection offers an unrivaled chance to walk through the vibrant, tempestuous alleyways of an unparalleled literary mind.


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F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) is regarded as one of the quintessential voices of the Jazz Age, a term he popularized. Born Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald in St. Paul, Minnesota, he rose to prominence as a chronicler of the Roaring Twenties and is best known for his novel 'The Great Gatsby' (1925), which has become a staple in American literature classes due to its evocative depiction of the flamboyance and excess of the era along with its poignant critique of the American Dream. His literary corpus, collected in 'The Complete Works,' reveals a nuanced examination of wealth, class, and human aspirations. Beyond 'The Great Gatsby,' Fitzgerald's notable works include 'This Side of Paradise' (1920), which rocketed him to fame, 'The Beautiful and Damned' (1922), and 'Tender Is the Night' (1934). Each of these works showcases Fitzgerald's signature style—lyrical prose, rich with metaphor and symbolism, exploring themes of youth, despair, and the passage of time. Despite personal struggles with alcoholism and financial instability, exacerbated by his wife Zelda's mental health issues, Fitzgerald's work has remained influential, earning him a posthumous recognition as one of the great American writers. His exploration of the dichotomies inherent in the American ethos has proved enduringly relevant, and his masterful manipulation of language and form continues to captivate readers and scholars alike.

Produkt Details

Verlag: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Sprache: English

Umfang: 4158 Seiten

Größe: 3,4 MB

ISBN: 8596547398493

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