#JazzAge

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Anita Allure

[peterrsthomas]

Book Review: The Great Gatsby and Brideshead Revisited

I’ve just finished reading The Great Gatsby for the first time, and yes, I can see why it’s become a classic of American literature. The underlying themes, the gradual reveal of the Gatsby’s elusive past, the inevitable tragedy, are subtle and enduring. It reminded me of Brideshead Revisited in a way. The tragic nature of wealth, the decay beneath all that glitz and glamour—Gatsby is to American literature what Brideshead is to English.

Both are narrated by outside observers, Nick Carraway (Gatsby) and Charles Ryder (Brideshead). And both of these men are drawn into the world of wealth from modest backgrounds, and both are simultaneously invested and detached in what they see. Nick establishes a relationship with Jordan Baker, a socialite part of Gatsby’s world, and Charles with Julia, the sister of Sebastian Flyte. And both watch as Gatsby and Sebastian struggle through their personal issues.

Those observed are haunted in their own way by their past. Gatsby is obsessed with Daisy Buchanan, while Sebastian and his family are consumed by their heritage, the death of the English nobility and struggling Catholic traditions. And Gatsby and Sebastian’s family are both eventually consumed—Gatsby is killed following the attempted renewal of his relationship with Daisy, and Sebastian descends into alcoholism.

But there are, of course, key differences. Brideshead’s driving theme is the Catholic religion and English aristocracy; Gatsby’s is the American Dream, a quasi-religion in itself, I suppose, and chased with similar fervour. Fitzgerald critiques a particular form of social mobility and how it can be achieved, and amidst this the hidden classes that define American society, while Waugh explores, with nostalgia, the decline of English nobility, its relationship to faith, education, and tradition. Significantly, wealth, for Gatsby, comes from questionable means, and for the Flytes, wealth is inherited and comes with its own obligations. But, of course, wealth ends up destroying them both, and the people they love.

Do these differences reveal the contrasting nature of English and American societies? Or do they simply represent the differing perspectives of their authors on the nature of wealth and status? There’s something of both, clearly, in this. But regardless, both are significant reads.

[millvintageandretro]

These things are absolutely beautiful and far more understated than Clarice Cliff's usual designs which, personally, I tend to find a bit garish. These are terrific, though, and could be yours for a very decent price; just follow the link! https://millvintageandretro.etsy.com/listing/1756798818

[stricklandvintagewatches]

Stunning Ms. Amber Starr wearing the essentials: period tuxedo shirt, tie and rare asymmetric Deco Elgin cocktail watch.

Photo: Jeruel Photography

Makeup: by Joli Beauchamp

Hair: Corinne Smrz

[savage-kult-of-gorthaur]

HISTORICAL PERSONALITIES, GRACES, AND FACES OF THE 20TH CENTURY.

PIC(S) INFO: Resolution at 1181x1476 (6x) -- Spotlight on six women of historical significance, from WWI, the Jazz Age, aviation history, Old Hollywood, Mexican excellence, and more. Artwork by Sveta Shubina for the Six Fan Arts series, c. 2020.

Source: https://joyreactor.cc/tag/%D0%BC%D0%B0%D1%82%D0%B0+%D1%85%D0%B0%D1%80%D0%B8.

[chetnakashyap]

Explore glamorous Great Gatsby theme park ideas with jazz, art deco, vintage fashion, and lavish parties for an unforgettable experience.

[dominikmons-blog]

Luxury Jazz Music

The Origins of Jazz: A Journey Through Time Jazz, a genre that resonates with the soul, has a rich and vibrant history that spans over a century. Born in the heart of New Orleans, this musical form has evolved through countless phases, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of the world. Join us as we embark on a journey through the origins of jazz, delving into its roots, notable…

[bygonely]

A Friday night at Danos’ Night Club, Louisiana, in 1938 by Russell Lee

[mostlyinthemorning]

Schitt's Creek Photo of the Day 70 of ???

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Lucille Luxe

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Josephine Baker

Josephine Baker - via x

[laiqualaurelote]

Making a masterlist of my Dead Boy Detectives fics, which I will be locking on AO3 soon.

in this city there's a thousand things I want to say to you (E, 4.9k)

post-canon fic in which Edwin has a sexual awakening courtesy of the Cat King and it blows Charles' mind, among other things (nicking this summary from @adventures-in-mangaland); seems to have accidentally manifested S2's First Adult Experience.

the saviour of the broken, the beaten, and the damned (T, 8.5k)

the time travel fic in which Edwin dies over and over again in multiple AUs as Niko tries to find him and stop time from collapsing, ft. Noir!Edwin, JazzAge!Edwin, Professor!Edwin, at least two different war Edwins, and the Niko-is-the-Principal conspiracy theory manifested through Apollo's Gift of Prophecy Dodgeball.

gig officially gigged (T, 13.8k)

the rock band AU ft. punk drummer Charles, classically-trained virtuoso guitarist Edwin, kawaii metal bassist Niko, and disgraced child pop star Crystal over the course of one epic gig; plus the prequel meetcute in which Edwin plays Welcome To The Black Parade on the King's Cross St Pancras piano for Charles.

The Katabasis Job (M, 23.6k)

heist AU! instead of becoming detectives, Charles and Edwin embark on an afterlife of crime. When the long arm of the Lost & Found Department catches up with them, they are made an offer they can't refuse: earn their freedom by stealing from Hell itself. (I cannot believe I planned a whole heist around Dante's Inferno. This fandom has made me do crazy things.)

season of mists (T, 9k)

the bookshop/coffeeshop AU, Edwin is a bookseller, Charles is a barista, it's October, I'd make a joke about 'no time like fall to fall in love' except in the UK one says 'autumn' so I resolutely refuse to make fall puns. This is the cosiest goddamn thing I've ever written and @dont-offend-the-bees made the most beautiful art for it, some of which I append below!

still my heartbeat with your bare hands (M, 4.8k)

Bruv, tell me we still know how to speak of heroes! this is a Beowulf AU. (And I thought the Inferno heist was bad.) Charles is looking for a hall to belong to, even if that means slaying a monster to secure his place. Edwin has some noise complaints.

also here is a tiny workplace comedy AU where Charles and Edwin are co-workers in the Afterlife department. It was meant to be enemies-to-lovers but tbh the enemies part lasted like five seconds

I did not expect to be in fandom this year, and this whole thing has taken me by surprise - but oh, it's given me so much joy and solace to be here.

[alexisrosedaily]

Alexis Rose in Schitt's Creek Jazzagals | 2x03

[stricklandvintagewatches]

"She floated to New Orleans on a breeze of grace and gentility; a Southern goddess drawn to the languid murmur of idyllic life."

From Strickland Vintage Watches' Spring Calendar shoot

Photograph by Rossie Newson

Model: The Goddess

Hair by Jamie Gandy of Fifi Mahony's

Makeup by Nikki McCoy of Fifi Mahony's

Special thanks to The Cornstalk Hotel, Dollz & Dames and Christine Cowart

[stargazer56]

I had an unhinged thought in the car yesterday. What if, in Rock On!, when the Jazzagals went to the casino to see Poison

Instead of the actual band, it was a cover band. And the cover band was just this guy

Signing this and all his favorite non-Poison songs.

How would they, especially Ronnie, react to seeing Patrick's cowboy lookalike?

[chetnakashyap]

Discover simple and creative Great Gatsby theme park ideas inspired by the glamour of the 1920s. Enjoy jazz music, vintage decor, speakeasy-themed attractions, and elegant party setups. Perfect for creating a fun and timeless experience for all ages, whether for events, parties, or a unique getaway.