In the book, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the author criticizes the American society, saying that they seek after only wealth and a higher status, disregarding their own happiness, and never being able to be satisfied. Though this criticism was made in the 20’s, the argument is still valid today, nearly 100 years later. One of the most prevalent trends in America right now is social media. These sites allow people to share things from their life and interact with others, whether it be friends or complete strangers. Because people can control what their image on these sites is, they put extensive effort into ensuring that the best image of themselves is put forward. These images portrayed on social media sites have become increasingly
