Illusion vs Realitu
2014
Illusion vs Reality
In both pieces of literature,The Great Gatsby and Macbeth; tragic flaws are created from one misinterpreting an illusion for reality. The two protagonist, Gatsby and Macbeth become so caught up in living their dreams that they start to live life an an illusion.Both characters believe that they can achieve eternal happiness as a result of having wealth and power. They also believe that through their position in society, they can control an aspect of time. In addition the two protagonist live their life revolved around lies, in order to gain a desired amount of attention. Ultimately their inability to realize fate is their most sufficient tragic flaw. In contrast the difference in how they peruse their dreams are different. Therefore a greater regard can be set for Gatsby's character, as he Perseus his dreams with better intentions.
Many people believe that money and power can bring eternal happiness, this includes Macbeth. After hearing from the witches that he will become king; Macbeth starts to become ambitious. Initially Macbeth is undecided on whether or not he will commit murder; but after his wife insults him saying"When you durst do it then you were a man and to be more than what you were"( Act 1, Scene 7, 49-50). This causes Macbeth to do whatever means necessary to become king, and as a result a number of people are killed. Macbeth's attempt to become happy through wealth and power is an illusion; as he sheds blood in order to become king and therefore becomes psychotic. Similarly, Jay Gatsby believes that money and a high social status will allow him to achieve love. During his 5 years away from Daisy, Gatsby builds up his wealth, in order to be considered by Daisy. He also moved close to her, hoping that one day she would "walk into one his extravagant parties "( Fitzgerald 67). This causes Gatsby to go to great length in order to impress Daisy. Including being involved in boot legging. It also
Illusion vs Reality
In both pieces of literature,The Great Gatsby and Macbeth; tragic flaws are created from one misinterpreting an illusion for reality. The two protagonist, Gatsby and Macbeth become so caught up in living their dreams that they start to live life an an illusion.Both characters believe that they can achieve eternal happiness as a result of having wealth and power. They also believe that through their position in society, they can control an aspect of time. In addition the two protagonist live their life revolved around lies, in order to gain a desired amount of attention. Ultimately their inability to realize fate is their most sufficient tragic flaw. In contrast the difference in how they peruse their dreams are different. Therefore a greater regard can be set for Gatsby's character, as he Perseus his dreams with better intentions.
Many people believe that money and power can bring eternal happiness, this includes Macbeth. After hearing from the witches that he will become king; Macbeth starts to become ambitious. Initially Macbeth is undecided on whether or not he will commit murder; but after his wife insults him saying"When you durst do it then you were a man and to be more than what you were"( Act 1, Scene 7, 49-50). This causes Macbeth to do whatever means necessary to become king, and as a result a number of people are killed. Macbeth's attempt to become happy through wealth and power is an illusion; as he sheds blood in order to become king and therefore becomes psychotic. Similarly, Jay Gatsby believes that money and a high social status will allow him to achieve love. During his 5 years away from Daisy, Gatsby builds up his wealth, in order to be considered by Daisy. He also moved close to her, hoping that one day she would "walk into one his extravagant parties "( Fitzgerald 67). This causes Gatsby to go to great length in order to impress Daisy. Including being involved in boot legging. It also