Life has many rides; some might classify them as roller coasters. The first roller coaster known as "the financial coaster" deals with payments, bills, etc. The second is "the physical coaster" which deals with your health as an individual. Most importantly "the emotional coaster" must be stable at all times, this draws the thin line between remaining sane, or becoming insane! In the novel "The Great Gatsby", Nick Carraway goes through an amazing emotional roller coaster ride which he handles very well, and is the overall reason why you should be made aware that he is a great character.
             Although Nick is a quiet, passive, Midwestern sport he maintains a focused conscience, and makes brilliant decisions. At the very young age of 30, Nick has served in World War 1, and is a graduate from New Haven College. As a result Nick decided to pursue a career in bonds; Nick feels there is a bright future in the business. This is the main reason he decided to move to the east coast. In a small town in the outskirts of New York, West Egg. Where he becomes neighbors with the famous Jay Gatsby, and eventually becomes an amazing friend. In the beginning of the story Nick has no clue whom "The Great Gatsby" is, but is determined to find out.
             All through the town the name Gatsby is highly spoken of. When people mention the name their first thought is what magnificent parties take place in his home. Even
             Nick's girlfriend Jordan couldn't restrain from praising Gatsby's ways. The Irony in this is that Nick is repelled by the lack of respect Jordan has for others, which is why he seems to lose interest in her. Eventually Nick receives an invitation to a party; coincidently the party takes place at the Gatsby household! Nick is ecstatic to his own knowledge that he would finally meet "The Great Gatsby"! As the night pr
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