Infidelity in Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby

My initial opinion on infidelity was that it could have been simply a weakness, and a way of boosting ones self-esteem. However, after completing the novel and much thought, I developed a newfound sympathy for both Daisy and Myrtle, though both unfaithful. I began to understand why infidelity occurs within unhappy marriages, and comprehend why many stay married to their unfaithful partner, whether it be through fear, low self-esteem or financial stability.

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