Symbolism In The Great Gatsby Throughout the novel Fitzgerald uses symbolism quite often. For example Daisy’s voice, the green light at the end of her dock, and the automobiles in the book are three famous symbols. I feel that the green light at the end of her dock was probably one of the most important and meaningful symbols in the whole book. One possible meaning of the green light is envy. Gatsby can be seen as an envious, jealous character. He once had the love of his life, Daisy, but now she is married to another man. He spends all of his time and effort in an attempt to win back