The Representation of Women and Social Class in the Great Gatsby
Words: 684 Pages: 2 9302Jazz Age women dance through Fitzgerald's pages, their lives intertwined with class and contradiction. The novel captures the struggle for empowerment amidst the constraints of societal expectations, illustrating how women like Daisy Buchanan, Myrtle Wilson, and Jordan Baker navigate their lives within the confines of their respective social strata. This essay explores these themes, arguing that while Fitzgerald presents a veneer of female liberation, the narrative ultimately reveals the persistent power imbalances and societal pressures that hinder true gender equality. […]