Political context of The Great Gatsby

the States during 1920s enjoyed a consummate historical period so called the economical Boom. Consequently, more(prenominal) and more people became plastered. This resulted in dramatic changes in Ameri cannister social structure as there was a huge sum up in the middle classes. Peoples obsession over their wealth had no limits. on that point was a big emphasis on individualism as the Republicans enjoyed general support due to their achievements. maybe this explains the attitude of the characters in the Great Gatsby.Gatsbys need for wealth and individualism was certainly boosted by his feelings towards Daisy. Daisy Buchannan who had a high post in American society even before she got married, could not belong to to Gatsbys world and their relationship in the light of this period of American account statement was seen as irrational. The gaps in American social structure were undoubtedly large, moreover Republicans idea of individualism allowed an access to higher rank in s ociety. Characters traits such(prenominal) as determination, adroitness and hard-work were heavily respected in US during that time. This explains Gatsbys vie in achieving respected status and wealth. Perhaps, from a political point of view, Gatsby because could be seen as a model of a successful American during the Economic Boom.America a great social and economic experiment, distinguished in motive and far-reaching in purpose.Herbert Hoover (1874 1964) Republican president of ground forcesFurthermore, the Americans position during the 1920s made them think that they are infallible. Certainly, this resulted in racial discrimination and over patriotic attitude. For example, Tom says that Civilisations going to pieces referring to The Rise of Colored Empires and defines Americans as the dominant race (chapter I). This boundless confidence spread into different countries and the term of an American Dream (that is a dream of a total achievement of wealth) became more and more popular.Ironically, Americas Economic Boom was a direct consequence of the First World war when they isolated themselves and achieved a great deal of widespread wealth at the cost of the other suffering countries. In fact, the Economic Boom was mostly a result of a well-developed trade of military supplies with countries involved in war.Similarly, The vale of Ashes (a fantastic farm where ashes grow like wheat Chapter II) can be seen as the symbol of Americans abusing of the lower social classes as the wealthy businessmen dump their ashes on the land belonging to lower ranks. Perhaps in this sense, Fitzgerald hints at his contempt of a Republican idea and despises the golf club in USA during that time.Therefore the ill-thought through American idea of zest for money descended from the Economic Boom in 1920s. Having said this, we are not move when Gatsby describes Daisys voice as full of money. Wealth and competitiveness was considered as the average because in early 20th centu ry America such determine had been seen as essential to induce a politically correct American. To become politically correct one tended, or maybe preferred, to become art to human suffering. It is best described by Nick that Tom and Daisy soaked up creatures and then retreated back into their money or their vast carelessness. Indeed, in this way, Tom and Daisy have managed to brutally achieve their American Dream.