
Flappers and Philosophers
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The stories in Flappers and Philosophers explore the anxieties and aspirations of young Americans in the wake of World War I. In "Bernice Bobs Her Hair," a young woman attempts to shed her naive image and embrace the flapper lifestyle, ultimately confronting the consequences of her actions. "The Ice Palace" delves into the emotional turmoil of a young man grappling with his own desires and the expectations of his wealthy family. "The Offshore Pirate" follows a young man's quest for freedom and his ultimate realization of the limitations imposed by societal norms. Through these diverse stories, Fitzgerald portrays the exhilarating but ultimately fleeting nature of the Jazz Age, capturing the energy, the disillusionment, and the search for meaning in a world rapidly changing.Book Details
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F. Scott Fitzgerald
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Fitzgerald was born into an upper-middle-class family in St. Paul, Minnesota, but was primarily raised in New York. He attended Princeton University, but due to a failed relationship and a preoccupati...
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