The Annotated Great Gatsby
100th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
(Author) F.Scott Fitzgerald100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: A richly illustrated deluxe edition of the American classic, with illuminating commentary by a preeminent Fitzgerald scholar The most authoritative edition ever published: Read Gatsby exactly as Fitzgerald intended—and get an inside look at its composition and publication Boats against the current, we are borne back ceaselessly to The Great Gatsby. Now, in this deluxe annotated anniversary edition, James L. W. West provides running commentary on F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, glossing contexts, language, literary allusions, and contemporary references. Dozens of illustrations and photographs throughout the volume vividly recreate the Jazz Age world of Fitzgerald’s most famous work and chronicle its rich cultural afterlife, encouraging readers to linger in the margins of this deluxe annotated edition. Drawn from the authoritative Library of America edition of Fitzgerald’s writings, this deluxe edition features: A new introduction by Amor Towles, bestselling author of Rules of Civility and A Gentleman in Moscow A corrected text of Gatsby based on Fitzgerald’s composite manuscript, working galleys, and personal copies Restored American spellings and emendations made by Fitzgerald throughout the book’s life 13 annotated letters between Fitzgerald and Gatsby’s star editor Maxwell Perkins A detailed chronology of Fitzgerald’s life and career, plus extensive explanatory and textual notes With stunning illustrations, insightful commentary, and fascinating insights into the composition, editing, and publication of The Great Gatsby, this 100th anniversary edition of “the Great American novel” is the most authoritative ever published, a must for any fan of this landmark American novel, and anyone interested in the life and literature of the Jazz Age.
F.Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald was an American novelist and short story writer known for his works that captured the glitz and glamour of the Jazz Age. His most notable works include "The Great Gatsby," a novel that explores themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream, and "Tender is the Night," a novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships.
Fitzgerald's writing style is characterized by his lyrical prose, keen observations of society, and his ability to create vivid and dynamic characters. He is often credited with portraying the decadence and excess of the Roaring Twenties with elegance and insight.
Fitzgerald's contributions to literature include his exploration of the American Dream, the impact of wealth and social status on individuals, and the complexities of human nature. His works have had a lasting influence on the literary genre of the modernist novel and continue to be celebrated for their timeless themes and enduring relevance.
Overall, F. Scott Fitzgerald is remembered as one of the most iconic writers of the 20th century, with "The Great Gatsby" standing as his most famous and enduring work.
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