The Great Gatsby is a classic novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Set in the 1920s, the story revolves around Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire who throws extravagant parties in the hopes of winning back his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Through its vivid depiction of the Jazz Age and its exploration of themes such as the American Dream, love, and wealth, The Great Gatsby has become a beloved and enduring work of literature.