Initially published in 1925, 'The Great Gatsby' struggled for recognition during Fitzgerald's lifetime. By 1940, he expressed concern over its forgotten status. However, the novel has since flourished, selling over thirty million copies due to its prominent placement in high school English classes. This educational aspect has made it a rite of passage for students and a fundamental part of American literature. As a result, 'Gatsby' has been adapted into multiple forms of media, securing its place in cultural history over a century after its debut.
In the spring of 1940, F. Scott Fitzgerald expressed his worry over 'The Great Gatsby,' feeling he was a 'forgotten man' since the novel had failed to sell well.
Despite Fitzgerald's fears, 'The Great Gatsby' has transcended its initial reception and has sold upward of thirty million copies, adapting to various media over the decades.
The enduring nature of 'Gatsby' is heavily linked to its presence in high school curricula, influencing generations of readers and shaping its legacy.
Fitzgerald's struggles echo the uncertainty of literary success, yet his work has found renewed life as a staple of American literature in education.
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