F. Scott Fitzgerald
F. Scott Fitzgerald by Michael Glenday, published by Bloomsbury Academic on May 8, 2012, is a 160-page exploration of the major works of one of America’s most significant authors. This study provides an accessible overview of Fitzgerald’s fiction, from his debut novel, This Side of Paradise, to his final, unfinished work, The Last Tycoon. Glenday offers new interpretations of Fitzgerald’s canonical texts, including The Great Gatsby and Tender Is the Night, while drawing on contemporary research to reassess the themes and significance of these novels.
Readers will find a thoughtful examination of Fitzgerald’s core themes and their impact on modern American culture. This book is designed for those with no prior knowledge of Fitzgerald, making it a suitable introduction for newcomers, as well as for those seeking fresh insights into his literary contributions. The edition is presented in English and is structured to engage readers with a lively and informed approach to Fitzgerald’s extraordinary body of work.
Official synopsis Publisher
From his first novel, This Side of Paradise, which brought him a blaze of youthful fame, to his last, unfinished novel, The Last Tycoon, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s appeal as one of America’s most quintessential artists has continued to maintain its hold on twenty-first century readers.
In this reader-friendly study of Fitzgerald’s major fiction, Michael K. Glenday:
– Offers new readings of the author’s canonical works, including The Great Gatsby and Tender Is the Night
– Draws on the very latest research in his reassessment of the ideas and significance of Fitzgerald’s major novels
– Explores the core themes of the novels, as well as their considerable contribution to the spirit and complexity of modern-day American culture
Assuming no prior knowledge, this book is ideal for those seeking a lively, informed introduction to Fitzgerald’s fiction, as well as those looking for fresh and original insights into his extraordinary work.
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