The placement of the eyes of TJ Eckleburg in the Valley of Ashes brings up the idea of contrasting living of the 1920’s. The 1920’s were notorious for the partying and excessive wealth. This abuse of money led Fitzgerald to criticise the lifestyles of these people. Characters from West and East Egg used their money for parties, while Wilson in the Valley of Ashes lacked money and struggled to survive. These opposites opened up Fitzgerald’s criticism of money and power abuse. The wealth and power of Tom Buchanan makes it easier for Tom to increase his influence of corruption. With wealth and power comes the option to use it for good or evil, and Tom chooses to use his for evil and corruption. Tom promotes the bad, rather than use his position
