THE CARELESSNESS OF TOM, DAISY AND JORDAN IN THE GREAT GATSBY F. Scott Fitzgerald, the author of the novel The Great Gatsby, depicts the rich as a fickle, unstructured group of people whose sole purpose in life is to make every waking moment as pleasurable as possible. By existing in this manner, the rich have no concern for the well being of anyone else, often including members of their own families. Although this carelessness is visible in the many characters in the story, it is most evident in that of Tom Buchanan, Daisy Buchanan, and Jordan Baker.
As soon as Tom is introduced to the story, he immediately appears to have a supercilious tone and manner about him. One gets the impression that he has no regard for anything or anybody but himself. This disregard becomes blatantly apparent to the reader as his affair with Myrtle Wilson is revealed.
The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby
The Great GatsbyIn this situation, his uncaring nature becomes obvious when he slaps Myrtle, without considering Mr. Wilson's reaction to the discovery of her broken nose. Also, Tom's carelessness and lack of empathy are reflected in his reaction to finding out that Myrtle was hit by Gatsby's car. Rather than inquiring about Myrtle's condition or trying to console Mr. Wilson, it becomes apparent that Tom's only concern is to clear his name. He also shows his uncaring as he crushes Gatsby's dreams in the hotel room by revealing Gatsby's true identity and profession. It is obvious Tom cares only for himself and nobody else.
Daisy is the type of person who will find solace in her money when bad things are happening around her. Her lack of caring is displayed in a slightly more subtle way when she allows all the blame of Myrtle's death to be thrust upon Gatsby, by departing...