In the 1920's The American Dream became corrupt. In The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald conveys this idea through the materialism of wealth, social status, power, and relationship affairs. The characters in the book became so dependent on the clothes, parties, houses, and cars that they believed they were living the best American Dream. However, people began taking shortcuts to get what they wanted, like Gatsby. While others were getting married to somone just because of their families social status and riches, like Daisy. Since the immense want and greed became a regular aspect of these peoples lives, their true American Dream was never fully attainable. Trying to maintain perfection by painting a picture of what they though would bring them happiness
