Unreality Of Reality In The Great Gatsby

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Nick presents this quote while speaking of Gatsby’s unwavering obsession with Daisy. Gatsby has not fallen in love with Daisy, but instead finds love in his blinded image of passion and romance. The concept of being in a relationship with Daisy has thoroughly consumed his thoughts, actions, and being to a point where his perception of the world is off-balance. Gatsby seeks a utopia of love, yet the harsh realities of life will never grant him his sole yearning.
The paradox of “unreality of reality”, highlights Gatsby’s view of the world. To Gatsby, the story he has created in his mind is reality. Gatsby does not doubt that he and Daisy will one day be reunited in their everlasting love for one another. He ignores the worldly signs that tell

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