F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby depicts the pursuit of Daisy as simply a contest between Jay Gatsby and Tom Buchanan. In the plot of Great Gatsby, the idea of ​​true love in the jazz age has disappeared and the social ideals of the American dream show the aristocratic and materialistic lifestyles of the upper class of society. Tom and Gatsby's fight for the "golden girl" represents the idea of ​​materialism rather than true love. Gatsby and Tom's quarrel over Daisy illustrates their struggle for Daisy's image of success and glamor by showing off their economic power rather than fighting for her true love. Among the different sources that Gatsby uses to attract Daisy, one of them is his luxurious and materialistic expenditures to win Daisy's love. attention. Gatsby's materialistic livelihood is aimed at Daisy's affection, Gatsby says to Nick, "Well, suppose we dive into the pool?" I didn’t take advantage of it all summer” (82). When Gatsby invites Nick to his house, Gatsby surprises Nick, and Nick calls his house "the World's Fair." All of Gatsby's materialistic possessions are for Daisy's attention because he wants the unattainable "golden girl" for the idea of ​​what she represents: class and old money. Furthermore, Gatsby does not use most of his possessions for his own benefit, but for the benefit of Daisy. However, it is ironic that the one time he enjoys his wealth, he dies. Gatsby represents the perfect gentleman due to his reputation in Jazz Age society, however, his unknown source of money becomes a skeptical investigation for many. Jordan addresses Nick: “Well, they say he's Kaiser Wilhelm's nephew or cousin. That’s where all his money comes from” (32). Jordan hears rumors about Gatsby's past, and it shows that everyone ... middle of paper ... and compares him to his wealthy livelihood. Just as Daisy says about her daughter that a girl can just be a beautiful little fool, this foreshadows Daisy's life as she ruined her relationship with Gatsby. Ultimately, when Gatsby dies, his funeral shows the artificial affection between Daisy and himself, as well as his forgotten legacy in society. Fitzgerald's life is entirely proportional to the history he creates. He shows the obstacles in his life linked to love, while trying to climb the social ladder to enhance his image. The overall moral of this story shows that materialistic possessions cannot buy someone's love in a deep and affectionate way. After all, Daisy is just a delicate, exquisite flower, devoid of depth of human character, and serves as a trophy for Gatsby and Tom's conquest. Works Cited Fitzgerald, Scott. The Great Gatsby. New York: Scribner, 2004.