F. Scott Fitzgerald

Description

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.

MICHAEL K. GLENDAY was appointed Research Affiliate in the Department of Literature at the Open University, UK, in 2005. He is a founding co-editor of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Review and his previous publications include books on Saul Bellow and Norman Mailer and the co-edited volume American Mythologies: Essays on Contemporary Literature.

'In this engaging and accessible book, Michael Glenday has painted a lively and vividly living portrait of F. Scott Fitzgerald as the gifted artist.' - Stephanie Ann Smith, Professor of English, University of Florida, USA