F.Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and Tender is the Night

Introduction When the first settlers came to America many years ago, they found freedom and opportunity. With hard work and determination an average man or woman could be prosperous. This concept was not only revolutionary in theory, but has proven to be true for many successful individuals. This idea has come to be known as the ‘American Dream.’ Its foundation was based on good ethics; however, with the passing of time it has become distorted. …

…with their lives. Eventually both marriages are unhappy, and suffer conflicts. The American Dream with all its promises does not guarantee happiness. Even with great wealth and possessions people are not happy. True happiness comes from within, and not from the shallow possessions that are ‘supposed’ to make people happy. Overall, the concept of the American Dream is truly flawed; people externally have everything, but in reality they are missing the key to life, happiness.