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Literary Fiction· United States

The Great Gatsby / The Last Tycoon

by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
#15,058of 99,626 books
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Published 1951English
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About This Book

Few works of literary fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that The Great Gatsby / The Last Tycoon (1951) by F. Scott Fitzgerald continues to receive. A celebrated work of literary fiction, The Great Gatsby / The Last Tycoon by F. Scott Fitzgerald (1951) offers an unflinching examination of the human condition.

Book Details

AuthorF. Scott Fitzgerald
Published1951
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score40/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1951, F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby / The Last Tycoon is a work of literary fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with the human condition gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. With an editorial score of 40/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. The appeal of The Great Gatsby / The Last Tycoon lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within United States's literary landscape, F. Scott Fitzgerald occupies a significant position. The Great Gatsby / The Last Tycoon is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
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Awards & Recognition

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F. Scott Fitzgerald
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F. Scott Fitzgerald is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of literary fiction.

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