F. Scott Fitzgerald

In 'Winter Dreams', Dexter Green navigates the stark contrasts of life in Minnesota, from the melancholy of winter to the vibrant hopes of fall. His aspirations as a golf champion reflect a deeper yearning for social status and personal fulfillment, set against the backdrop of class distinctions in early 20th-century America.

In 'The Offshore Pirate', F. Scott Fitzgerald introduces a young girl aboard a steam-yacht, immersed in a world of beauty and leisure, juxtaposed with the arrival of an elderly man who disapproves of her carefree demeanor. The story captures the essence of youth, curiosity, and the complexities of social expectations against a vibrant seaside backdrop.

In 'The Ice Palace,' F. Scott Fitzgerald introduces Sally Carrol Happer, a young woman in southern Georgia, who observes the world from her bedroom window. The story captures a moment of languid anticipation as she interacts with Clark Darrow, revealing themes of youth, longing, and the subtleties of social dynamics in a small town.

In 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz,' John T. Unger, a young man from a small town, is sent away to a prestigious school, leaving behind his family and the familiar comforts of Hades. The story explores themes of wealth, privilege, and the contrast between provincial life and elite society, setting the stage for a journey filled with unexpected revelations.

The story follows the unusual life of Benjamin Button, who is born with the appearance of an elderly man and ages in reverse. Set against the backdrop of ante-bellum Baltimore, it explores themes of time, identity, and societal expectations through the lens of a family's peculiar experience with the norms of birth and aging.