How does the author in the great gatsby Demonstrate the role of symbols in the human conception of meaning

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Human perception vs reality

--------- How do symbols help humans to understand and create meaning about people and the world around them

Asked by lilly f #393589 on 10/15/2014 3:50 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 10/19/2014 12:29 PM

Answered by Aslan on 10/19/2014 12:29 PM

Consider what Fitzgerald uses as objects of major symbolic importance:

The green light- Daisy and the "American Dream"

The Valley of Ashes- Moral decay and blind pursuit of wealth.

The Eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg- God staring down upon the corrupt human condition.