All the Sad Young Men

"All the Sad Young Men" by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a selection of short stories that captures the spirit of the Jazz Age. The stories explore important topics like money, relationships, and feeling lost in the world through detailed looks at the characters. Many stories center on young people struggling with the expectations and fakeness of their social circles, offering a thoughtful look at the American dream and its problems. One story, "The Rich Boy," introduces Anson Hunter, a young man who has always been wealthy. The story examines how his money affects who he is and how he connects with others. Anson is charming and confident, but he also deals with loneliness and a hesitant romance with Paula Legendre. Fitzgerald contrasts Anson's advantages with the deep loneliness and confusion he feels, setting the stage for common themes in other stories: disappointment and feeling like an outsider.