F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Beautiful and Damned" presents a poignant exploration of the disillusionment and decadence of the Jazz Age, as the tale follows the lives of Anthony Patch and his wife, Gloria, two members of the elite social class whose extravagant lifestyle unravels under the weight of ambition and moral decay. Written in Fitzgerald's signature lyrical prose, the novel is steeped in rich symbolism and intricate characterizations, reflecting the anxieties of a post-war America while ...