Was Gatsby Great? The Great Gatsby Part 2: Crash Course English Literature

John Green explores the complexity of The Great Gatsby, focusing on whether Gatsby is truly great. The video analyzes the novel's language, character likability, and Gatsby's aspirations. It discusses the irony of Gatsby's greatness, his obsession with time, and the metaphor of Prohibition. The video concludes with a reflection on the novel's themes and the idea that greatness requires careful consideration of one's aspirations.

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