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Babylon Revisited
Book • 1960
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Scott Fitzgerald's "Babylon Revisited" is a poignant short story that explores themes of regret, loss, and the destructive power of the past.
Charlie Wales, a former expatriate, returns to Paris to reconnect with his daughter.
However, his past mistakes and his struggles with alcoholism threaten to derail his efforts.
Fitzgerald's evocative prose captures the atmosphere of post-war Paris, while exploring the complexities of human relationships and the enduring impact of past choices.
The story's melancholic tone and its exploration of redemption make it a powerful and memorable work.
It is considered one of Fitzgerald's finest short stories.
Scott Fitzgerald's "Babylon Revisited" is a poignant short story that explores themes of regret, loss, and the destructive power of the past.
Charlie Wales, a former expatriate, returns to Paris to reconnect with his daughter.
However, his past mistakes and his struggles with alcoholism threaten to derail his efforts.
Fitzgerald's evocative prose captures the atmosphere of post-war Paris, while exploring the complexities of human relationships and the enduring impact of past choices.
The story's melancholic tone and its exploration of redemption make it a powerful and memorable work.
It is considered one of Fitzgerald's finest short stories.
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Mentioned by Kristy Whaley as a Fitzgerald short story that provides a sense of redemption following 'The Great Gatsby'.
Literature and Ted Lasso with Dr. Kristy Whaley
