Annotated Content This edition has been annotated with the following unique content. Historical Context - Detailed 20th Century Analysis “it was during those three years that Dexter acquired the concept of the 'yachting costume' and his role in the world, and of the 'ritual entrance' and the 'supercilious grace' that custom demanded." All the Sad Young Men is a collection of short stories written by F. Scott Fitzgerald , published in February 1926. The title "All the Sad Young Men" encapsulates the central theme of disillusionment and the loss of innocence that runs through many of the stories, and reflects the challenges and struggles faced by the youth of the era called The Roaring Twenties, or the Jazz Age. Sneak Peek "Let me tell you about the very rich. They are different from you and me. They possess and enjoy early, and it does something to them, makes them soft where we are hard, and cynical where we are trustful, in a way that, unless you were born rich, it is very difficult to understand." Synopsis This assortment of tales captures the disillusionment and moral complexities of the era. Fitzgerald explores the lives of the young and affluent, navigating themes of love, ambition, and the inevitable passage of time. Among the stories, "Winter Dreams" stands out as a precursor to Fitzgerald's novel " The Great Gatsby ," examining the unattainable American Dream. In "The Rich Boy," he dissects the lives of the wealthy and their emotional detachment. In "Gretchen's Forty Winks" we are introduced to Roger Buttons, the father of the famous Benjamin Buttons from Fitzgerald’s short story “ The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” written 4 years earlier. Each narrative offers a poignant glimpse into the human condition , painted with Fitzgerald's exquisite prose creating a poignant and timeless reflection of a generation chasing fleeting dreams amid the excesses of the Roaring Twenties . A stunning reprint At Ombre Bookshelf Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title at its core is classic literature, it contains words strung together with romantic precision. Title Details Original 1922 Text - Classic American literature - 5 x 8 Inches - Matte Cover - Cream Paper