F. Scott Fitzgerald’s life and career closely mirrored the extravagance of the Roaring Twenties. His experiences as a wealthy novelist exposed him to the era’s jazz culture and economic prosperity, significantly influencing his literary themes. Fitzgerald's depiction of the American Dream in works like "The Great Gatsby" reflects both admiration and critique of the period's materialism and moral decay. His tumultuous marriage to Zelda Sayre also embodied the era’s emotional excesses. The contradictions of striving for success and facing despair suffuse his narratives, offering a poignant commentary on the fleeting nature of fame and the disillusionment that accompanied this vibrant chapter in American history.