Colour Symbolism in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby : An Analysis of the Meaning and Pattern of Colours

Sammanfattning: The aim of this essay is to examine the symbolism of six thematically important colours in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby and how they are connected to the characters, plot, and themes. I will demonstrate the significance of colour by making an analysis of the meaning, pattern, and change of the six colours. Utilizing colour symbolism in literature is a method that illustrates and narrates information beyond the literal sense. Colour consists of multiple meanings and has the quality of being ambiguous. The juxtaposition in colour and its symbolism reflects the ever-changing and multifaceted stages in life.