The Great Gatsby: Life in the 1920s “The Great Gatsby by Scott Fitzgerald is a portrayal of life in the 1920’s. Fitzgerald told the story in first person, which help give the story a realistic account of the characters. The use of first person made the story easier to follow and helped structure the plot. “The Great Gastby” is an interesting novel because the story line is good, the characters are likeable people, and it gives an overview of a different generation. One of the most important parts of the story is that the plot is interesting. The pursuit of happiness through wealth and power is the theme of the plot. Gatsby’s