The novel's new incarnation, "This Side of Paradise", a largely autobiographical story about love and greed, was centered on Amory Blaine, an ambitious Midwesterner who falls in love with, but is ultimately rejected by, two girls from high-class families. The novel was published in 1920 to glowing reviews and, almost overnight, turned Fitzgerald, at the age of 24, into one of the country's most promising young writers. One week after the novel's publication, he married Zelda Sayre in New York. They had one child, a daughter named Frances Scott Fitzgerald, born in 1921. In 1922, Fitzgerald published his second novel, "The Beautiful and Damned", the story of the troubled marriage of Anthony and Gloria Patch. The Beautiful and Damned helped to cement his status as one of the great chroniclers and satirists of the culture of wealth, extravagance and ambition that emerged during the affluent 1920s-what became known as the Jazz Age.

This Side of Paradise&The Beautiful and Damned(2 BOOKS)This Side of Paradise"Book One: The Romantic Egotist"-The novel centers on Amory Blaine, a young Midwesterner who, convinced that he has an exceptionally promising future, attends boarding school and later Princeton University. He leaves behind his eccentric mother Beatrice and befriends a close friend of hers, Monsignor Darcy. While at Princeton he goes back to Minneapolis where he re-encounters Isabelle Borgé, a young lady whom he met as a little boy, and starts a romantic relationship with her at Princeton he repeatedly writes ever more flowery poems but they become disenchanted with each after meeting again at his prom."Book Two: The Education of a Personage"-After the war, Amory Blaine falls in love with a New York debutante named Rosalind Connage. Because he is poor, however, this relationship collapses as well; Rosalind decides to marry a wealthy man instead. A devastated Amory is further crushed to learn that his mentor Monsignor Darcy has died. The book ends with Amory's iconic lament, "I know myself, but that is all"The Beautiful and DamnedThe Beautiful and Damned tells the story of Anthony Patch, a 1910s socialite and presumptive heir to a tycoon's fortune, and his courtship and relationship with his wife Gloria Gilbert. It describes his brief service in the Army during World War I, and the couple's post-war partying life in New York, and his later alcoholism.Toward the end of the novel, Fitzgerald sums up the plot and his intentions in writing it somewhat, even referencing his own first novel, when a financially successful writer friend tells Anthony.

"This Side of Paradise", a largely autobiographical story about love and greed, was centered on Amory Blaine, an ambitious Midwesterner who falls in love with, but is ultimately rejected by, two girls from high-class families. The novel was published in 1920 to glowing reviews and, almost overnight, turned Fitzgerald, at the age of 24, into one of the country's most promising young writers. One week after the novel's publication, he married Zelda Sayre in New York. They had one child, a daughter named Frances Scott Fitzgerald, born in 1921. In 1922, Fitzgerald published his second novel, "The Beautiful and Damned", the story of the troubled marriage of Anthony and Gloria Patch. The Beautiful and Damned helped to cement his status as one of the great chroniclers and satirists of the culture of wealth, extravagance and ambition that emerged during the affluent 1920s-what became known as the Jazz Age.this side of paradise f scott fitzgeraldthis side of paradise 2009this side of paradise barnes and noble classicthis side of paradise hardcoverthis side of paradise cambridgethe beautiful and damnedthe beautiful and damned fitzgeraldthe beautiful and damned hardcoverthe beautiful and damned f scott fitzgeraldthe beautiful and damned bookf. scott fitzgerald booksf. scott fitzgerald biographyf. scott fitzgerald in minnesotaf. scott fitzgerald in minnesota the writer & his f. scott fitzgerald quotesf. scott fitzgerald posterf. scott fitzgerald. the great gatsby. scribner. if. scott fitzgerald the great gatsby 1925scott fitzgerald booksscott fitzgerald collectionscott fitzgerald short stories

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s cherished debut novel announced the arrival of a brilliant young writer and anticipated his masterpiece, The Great Gatsby. Published in 1920, when the author was just twenty-three, This Side of Paradise recounts the education of young Amory Blaine—egoistic, versatile, callow, imaginative. As Amory makes his way among debutantes and Princeton undergraduates, we enter an environment heady with the promise of everything that was new in the vigorous, restless America after World War I. We experience Amory’s sailing hopes, crushing defeats, deep loves and stubborn losses. His growth from self-absorption to sexual awareness and personhood unfolds with continuous improvisatory energy and delight. Fitzgerald’s remarkable formal inventiveness couches Amory’s narrative among songs, poems, dramatic dialogue, questions and answers. The novel’s freshness and verve—praised upon publication, now renowned by history—only heighten the sense that the world being described is our own, modern world. Penguin Random House Canada is proud to bring you classic works of literature in e-book form, with the highest quality production values. Find more today and rediscover books you never knew you loved.

This Side of Paradise, Fitzgerald´s debut novel examines the lives and morality of post-World War I youth. Its protagonist, Amory Blaine, is an attractive Princeton University student who dabbles in literature. The novel explores love warped by greed and status seeking.The Beautiful and Damned, Fitzgerald's second novel, portrays the Eastern elite during the Jazz Age, exploring New York café society, and portraying complex characters, especially with respect to marriage and intimacy.

Selected Work of F. Scott Fitzgerald (The Beautiful and Damned/ This Side of Paradise/ Greatest Stories of F. Scott Fitzgerald) (Set of 3 Books) Vol-1 by F. Scott Fitzgerald: The Beautiful and Damned: Immerse yourself in F. Scott Fitzgerald's riveting novel "The Beautiful and Damned." This tale of love, ambition, and self-destruction follows the lives of Anthony Patch and his beautiful wife Gloria as they navigate the seductive allure of wealth, the Jazz Age, and the consequences of their choices. This Side of Paradise: Journey into the world of Amory Blaine as he seeks love, success, and a sense of belonging in the post-World War I era. F. Scott Fitzgerald's debut novel "This Side of Paradise" explores the aspirations and disillusionments of the Lost Generation, leaving readers contemplating the complexities of youth and identity. Greatest Stories of F. Scott Fitzgerald: Delight in a curated selection of F. Scott Fitzgerald's greatest short stories. From the iconic "The Great Gatsby" to other timeless classics, this collection showcases Fitzgerald's keen insight into human nature and the societal shifts of his time. This set of three books by F. Scott Fitzgerald presents a captivating assortment of his works, reflecting the essence of the Jazz Age and the complexities of the human spirit. Fitzgerald's prose, infused with beauty and poignancy, captures the dreams and struggles of a generation seeking meaning and fulfillment. Whether you are an admirer of Fitzgerald's literary genius or embarking on an exploration of his writings, this collection promises to transport you to a bygone era filled with both allure and melancholy. Experience the brilliance of F. Scott Fitzgerald's storytelling through "The Beautiful and Damned," "This Side of Paradise," and "Greatest Stories of F. Scott Fitzgerald."

"We know the old adage about judging books by their covers, but how could you not when the covers are as lovely as these?" —Vogue (U.K.) The jacket design by Coralie Bickford-Smith reflects the elegance and glamour of the Art Deco period paired with the modern aesthetic of mechanical repetition. Each jacket comes with a detachable bookmark. Anthony and Gloria are the essence of Jazz Age glamour. A brilliant and magnetic couple, they fling themselves at life with an energy that is thrilling. New York is a playground where they dance and drink for days on end. Their marriage is a passionate theatrical performance; they are young, rich, alive and lovely and they intend to inherit the earth. But as money becomes tight, their marriage becomes impossible. And with their inheritance still distant, Anthony and Gloria must grow up and face reality; they may be beautiful but they are also damned.