Some of the things that inspired the "Roaring Twenties" were the economical situations of the times such as the rise of the stock market and the end of the war. At this time, money in the U.S. was flowing freely among many Americans. Inventions were being patented, movies were being produced and life became better. Women became more liberal and the Jazz age/ Flapper culture began its development.
I believe that the artwork on the cover underscores the meaning and purpose of the entire story by highlighting the main features of the book. For example, when I look at the artwork, I see the eyes of Daisy, burning with interest, the lips of Jordan, subtle and outspoken. I see the streaming teardrop of all the characters, the wisps of hair of Tom Buchanan, the city below, glowing and burning with activity.…
