F. Scott Fitzgerald is the author of "The Great Gatsby," a classic novel published in 1925 that explores themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream during the Roaring Twenties. The story is narrated by Nick Carraway and revolves around the enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with the beautiful Daisy Buchanan. Through its rich prose and vivid characters, "The Great Gatsby" examines the moral decay and social upheaval of the time. The novel has become a staple of American literature, widely studied for its critique of the pursuit of happiness and the illusions of success.