The Great Gatsby, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a classic American novel set in the 1920s. It tells the story of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire, and his pursuit of the American Dream. Through vivid descriptions and lyrical prose, Fitzgerald explores themes of wealth, love, and the corruption of the American Dream. The Great Gatsby is a beautifully crafted novel that captures the essence of the Jazz Age and offers a critique of the shallow and materialistic society of the time.