719 "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" by F Scott Fitzgerald (with Mike Palindrome) | 25 for 25 - #25 The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck
The History of Literature
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Wealth, Identity, and Expectations
This chapter delves into the story of John T. Unger, a young man from a prominent Mississippi family, as he prepares to attend the elite St. Midas's school. The narrative explores the darker implications of wealth and societal expectations, highlighting the complexities of identity through rich character portrayals. In examining F. Scott Fitzgerald's storytelling techniques, the chapter emphasizes the critical commentary on class differences and the alienation felt by those aspiring to high society.
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