Energy Narratives (original) (raw)

This essay examines the concept of "energy" within narrative frameworks, focusing on explicit and implicit narratives constructed around energy and its implications in literature, particularly among male narratives that dominate American culture. It contextualizes the rise of energy as a pivotal concept in the 19th century, following scientific advancements, and explores how these narratives lie at the intersections of individual experience and societal constructs. The analysis culminates in a discussion of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, offering insights into the broader cultural discourse surrounding energy.