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Tom and Gatsby, the perfect foils of each other? It is commonly believed that all those who are wealthy adhere to a similar set of values, characteristics and have similar lifestyles. Fitzgerald provides the reader a clear view through the eyes of Nick Caraway of the differences and similarities that can be found between wealthy people in the roaring Twenties. Two characters that are very important to the story are Jay Gatsby and Tom Buchanan. Fitzgerald created two purposefully different characters- one that is easily despised, the other that although not perfect, is likeable- and united them in their love for money, the power that comes with it , and their haunt for the ultimate prize – Daisy. In this essay, we will compare Tom and†¦show more content†¦He then proceeds to show Nick every inch of his house, especially the finer aspects of it such as his Italian Garden. Tom clearly enjoys boasting, and always has to make himself appear superior to everyone else. Gatsb y on the other hand, proves he is the exact opposite of Tom; Humble. The fact Gatsby’s parties are open to all of New York, without giving regard to guests social status or colour, shows he is humble. Furthermore, the fact Gatsby does not sit on a golden thrown at his parties, rather stays on the down low, demonstrations he is humble enough not to show off. He may show off his possession but no one knows who exactly these possessions belong to. Among Gatsby’s other good characteristics is his generosity. When Nick first meets Gatsby, he is urged â€Å"If you want anything just ask for it, old sport† (Fitzgerald 53). Not to mention all of the food, entertainment, drinks and fun he offers his guests every week! This may have been all for attaining Daisy but nonetheless, he spent allot of money which shows generosity. Probably one the best ways to analyse a man’s personality is taking a look at his loyalty to a relationship. There are clear differences betwe en Tom and Gatsby’s loyalty to Daisy. In Gatsby’s eyes, Daisy is the one for him, he will never let go of her. The love he has for her can be comparable to the lovers in the famous play by Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet. Although he gets betrayed a second time byShow MoreRelatedComparison Tom and Gatsby in The Great Gatsby1570 Words   |  7 PagesTom Buchanan and Jay Gatsby... perfect foils? By: Daniela Calderon In â€Å"The Great Gatsby,† written by Scott Fitzgerald, Tom Buchanan and Jay Gatsby are two characters that struggle with the idea of losing their shared love interest, Daisy. Tom and Gatsby’s attachment to Daisy is differently justified due to their contrasting views, personalities, attitudes, actions, backgrounds, and other factors, some of which they do share and concur in. Fitzgerald did a great thing here. 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