In a single, eye-opening volume, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Updated Edition presents complex critical analyses of this author's work. In his work and life, Fitzgerald chronicled and embodied the spirit of the Jazz Age. Best known for his timeless masterwork The Great Gatsby, he was able to portray an American landscape that represented both an ashen wasteland and post-war prosperity. Bringing together a selection of the best criticism available, Harold Bloom breaks down the intricacies of Fitzgerald's work and analyzes the ideas presented in clear, accessible language. Excerpted from F. Scott Fitzgerald All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.