Fitzgerald's first novel, This Side of Paradise, is a coming-of-age story about Amory Blaine, a young man navigating his privileged upbringing, college years, and early adulthood in the post-World War I era. The novel examines themes of love, ambition, class, and the disillusionment of youth.

Why Read This Book

• An excellent introduction to Fitzgerald’s exploration of youth, identity, and societal expectations.
• Rich with observations about the American upper class and the moral conflicts they face.
• A significant work in understanding the post-WWI generation and its struggles with idealism and the realities of adulthood.

About the Author

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s works often portray the excesses and moral decay of the Jazz Age, alongside a sense of yearning for lost ideals. He is widely considered one of the greatest American writers, with The Great Gatsby being his most famous novel.