The Final Chapter: Gatsby's Funeral and Closure

TLDRAs Gatsby's death is revealed, Nick discovers the truth about his friends and their indifference. He confronts Tom and realizes the divide between old and new money. In the end, Nick leaves the green light and Valley of Ashes behind.

Key insights

💔Gatsby's friends abandon him in death, showing their true colors.

😡Nick is infuriated by the selfishness and lack of remorse from Tom and Daisy.

🤔The tragedy exposes the divide between old money and new money.

💭Gatsby's dream of attaining wealth and being accepted remains unfulfilled.

🚚Nick decides to leave the East Coast behind and return to the Midwest.

Q&A

Why do Gatsby's friends abandon him?

Gatsby's friends were only interested in his parties and material wealth, showing their true shallow nature.

Why is Nick infuriated with Tom and Daisy?

Nick is appalled by their lack of remorse for their actions and their selfishness in avoiding the consequences.

What does the divide between old money and new money symbolize?

The divide represents the clash between established social status and the rising class of self-made millionaires.

Why does Gatsby's dream remain unfulfilled?

Gatsby's humble origins prevented him from ever truly being accepted by the elite, despite his material success.

Why does Nick leave the East Coast?

Nick realizes that the pursuit of wealth and social status is not worth compromising his own morality and returns to his roots.

Timestamped Summary

00:08Chapter 9: Gatsby's death and the planning of his funeral.

00:32Nick confronts Tom about Gatsby's involvement in Myrtle's death.

01:01Tom admits to selling out Gatsby and showing no remorse.

01:14Nick prepares to move back to the Midwest, leaving behind the East Coast and its shallow values.

01:18Nick visits Gatsby's house for the last time and reflects on the green light.