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550 F Scott Fitzgerald (with Arthur Krystal) | My Last Book with Jed Rasula

The History of Literature

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The Complex and Contradictory Nature of F. Scott Fitzgerald

This chapter discusses the complex and contradictory nature of F. Scott Fitzgerald, exploring his personality based on letters, notes, and behavior. It highlights his talent as a writer and his self-sabotaging tendencies, as well as the impact of his alcoholism. The chapter also touches on varying opinions of Fitzgerald, particularly focusing on the contrast between Hemingway's views and the views of others.

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