He rarely stands up for what he believes in. “Even those congenial to Carraway’s views speak of his ‘inhibitions and lack of boldness’…” (Cartwright) Even when he is absolutely correct, he would rather avoid any conflict weather out of affection or fear. “Can’t repeat the past?”- “Why of course you can” (Fitzgerald 110)! “For a moment a phrase tried to take shape in my mouth and my lips parted like a dumb man’s-but they made no sound…” (Fitzgerald 111). Nick, even knowing that Gatsby’s intentions could be detrimental, cannot find it in himself to speak up and persuade Gatsby to change his intentions. He finds himself too weak in his resolve to help
He rarely stands up for what he believes in. “Even those congenial to Carraway’s views speak of his ‘inhibitions and lack of boldness’…” (Cartwright) Even when he is absolutely correct, he would rather avoid any conflict weather out of affection or fear. “Can’t repeat the past?”- “Why of course you can” (Fitzgerald 110)! “For a moment a phrase tried to take shape in my mouth and my lips parted like a dumb man’s-but they made no sound…” (Fitzgerald 111). Nick, even knowing that Gatsby’s intentions could be detrimental, cannot find it in himself to speak up and persuade Gatsby to change his intentions. He finds himself too weak in his resolve to help