The Careless People

The Great Gatsby

Examines the theme of carelessness among the wealthy, as embodied by Tom and Daisy, who destroy lives and retreat into their money.

increasingupBearing stren­gth in each eventdowndecreasing
Tom's Reckless AffairTom's Reckless Affair
Tom's Reckless Affair
Daisy's Careless DrivingDaisy's Careless Driving
Daisy's Careless Driving
The Retreat into MoneyThe Retreat into Money
The Retreat into Money
Nick's Final JudgmentNick's Final Judgment
Nick's Final Judgment
throughout summer 1922, New York City
evening, late summer 1922, Valley of Ashes
after Gatsby's death, autumn 1922
final scene, autumn 1922, West Egg