In "So We Read On," Maureen Corrigan invites readers to revisit the shimmering mirage of the American Dream through the lens of F. Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby." With the keen eye of a seasoned critic and the heart of a passionate devotee, Corrigan unravels the layers of a novel many of us believed we understood. She argues compellingly that our youthful readings—clouded by inexperience and a lack of acquaintance with life's harsher truths—barely scratch the surface of Fitzgerald's narrative. Corrigan's exploration delves deep into the novel's DNA, from its unexpected kinship with hard-boiled crime fiction to its acute commentary on the class, race, and gender dynamics that pulse beneath its glittering surface. Corrigan's narrative is as engaging as it is enlightening, weaving together literary analysis, historical context, and personal anecdote to illuminate "The Great Gatsby's" enduring relevance. She persuades readers to dust off their old copies of the novel and experience its magic anew, with eyes opened by her insightful observations. "So We Read On" is not just a tribute to Fitzgerald's work; it is an invitation to engage with it on a deeper level, to ponder the elusive qualities that elevate a book to the status of a classic. Through Corrigan's guidance, we are led to rediscover Gatsby's tragic quest for the green light, seeing in his reach not just a symbol of unattainable dreams, but a reflection of our own ceaseless striving.