The Great Gatsby ~ Chapter 1
Summary Chapter One begins with Narrator Nick establishing his views on society and the eway he views hismelf. This is followed by Nick attending his 'old friends' grand and impressive mansion where he learns of the underlying tensions beneath the seemingly secure fascade, repsrenting the ultimate American Dream. Characater Ananlysis Nick ~ Nick is the omniscient narrator throughout this novel and he makes his apparent opinions and views clear in this first chapter. He makes the statement: "I'm inclined to reserve all judgements" From the beginning we see a clear indication that tries to present his character in a 'good' light and attempts not to hold personal opinions on people. However he continues to contradicts himself as he passes many judgment of people throughout the book and even in this first chapter, making the characters appear a certain way. He makes many side comments about situations which suggest that he is going to present h