How is the comparison of Gatsby with Christ ironic?

Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 10:23

Last updated by anonymous on 07 Sep 17:52

Answered by MHood2 on 07 Sep 17:44

The death and perversion of the American Dream, and the fact that it is simply not obtainable for most.

Answered by anonymous on 07 Sep 17:52

Gatsby is revealed as a Christ figure using allusion throughout the novel.

He was a son of God-a phrase which, if it means anything, means just that-and he must be about His Father's Business... (104).

These continual references make Gatsby bigger than life and this is partially why the character is memorable and iconic.

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