The Great Gatsby

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Fitzgerald uses the symbolism of Dr. T.J. Eckleberg to comment on the moral, relations, and spiritual values of his day. Explain what the author has to say through the sign that presides over the valley of ashes. How does it reflect the morally corrupt values of the characters?

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Many critics suggest that the eyes symbolize God looking over a sinful land. In George Wilson's case the faded eyes can symbolize the death of the American dream or the American dream being an illusion to begin with. In either case, poor George Wilson has a life that is full of shattered dreams.

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