F Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby"

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"The Great Gatsby" is one of the few books in the history of American literature that has truly been considered to be a "great American novel." But what you may not know, if you have never read "The Great Gatsby" or have not read it recently, is the fact that this book is as relevent today as it was back in the 1920s.

If you have been looking for a good classic to read, or if you want a good classic to suggest to your teenager, consider picking up F Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece.

"The Great Gatsby" is nearly as important for the timing of its publication as it is for the story within the book itself. This book was first published in the mid-1920s, which put it right in the middle of the Post-WWI euphoria, as well as right in the middle of Prohibition and the Roaring 20s. It seemed like war was over during this time; money seemed endless; it felt like a glorious period in American history. This was also probably America's most romantic period, and "The Great Gatsby" managed to capture this romanticism more fully than any other piece of literature that was written during that time.

This story is set in the New York City high-life society of the 1920s, and it is told by Nick Carraway - who was an outsider in this society. Despite his lack of funds, Carraway - who has just moved from the Midwest - ends up living in a small house on the property of Jay Gatsby. All over New York City, Gatsby is known for the lavish parties he throws at his mansion on weekends - as people see him as an obscenely wealthy eccentric. But through all this, no one really knows much about Gatsby; they do not know how he came across his money, and they certainly have no clue why he throws these lavish parties. That is, no one knows these things until Gatsby befriends Nick Carraway, and his whole story is unveiled to Carraway and to the reader as well.

"The Great Gatsby" is one of those rare blends of serious literature and "can't put it down" reading. If you love reading - or if you want to start loving reading - "The Great Gatsby" is a perfect book to pick up.

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Staying Healthy By Jumping Rope

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There are plenty of ways to stay in shape effectively, but some people enjoy changing up the approach they are taking to their workout, and others, quite frankly, are not a fan of the typical options such as "walking and jogging." Whatever the case, many people find that exploring new options to stay fit is great for them, and if you are exploring new options, jumping rope is a great one to look at. Jumping rope exercises your legs, of course, but that is not all it does; jumping rope also exercises your arms, your shoulders, your chest, and your abs - all at once!

If you have back problems or knee problems, you should definitely think twice before picking up a jump rope, as jumping rope can cause issues for those who deal with these problems. For others, however, jumping rope can be a great workout that is relatively low-impact; best of all, it can be done at home, and it will not take up a whole bunch of your day!

Buying the right equipment is, of course, the first step to jumping rope; the biggest part of the equipment is the jump rope itself. And as for clothes, you should be able to get by with regular workout clothes - some good walking or running shoes and some athletic apparel. As for the jump rope itself, you will be surprised how much some jump ropes cost! If you want a quality product without paying extra money for things you do not really need, you simply need to find a simple, straightforward jump rope from a reputable company.

When it comes to actually jumping rope, you should start out with a low count, as you might not register the fatigue until later. Put yourself on a schedule, gradually increasing the repetitions and the speed over time, and as you follow this schedule, you will see a big difference in your body!

Jumping rope can be done outdoors, or - if the weather is bad and you have high enough ceilings - can even be done on tile in your foyer or kitchen. And once you get into it, you will start to see that jumping rope is a great full-body workout that you can engage in without even feeling like you are working out!

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Tips For Strengthening Your Core

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When it comes to working out, there are typically two primary benefits - firstly, working out will make you look good, and secondly, you will be promoting health in your body when you work out; when it comes to these dual benefits, there is really no form of working out that does more to improve the way you look and to (more importantly!) promote health in your body than working out your core - and for this reason, it is valuable to know a few easy ways by which you can do this.

The great thing about working out your core is that there are some very easy ways to do this, and there is no way that is easier than by simply walking; when you walk - especially when you walk long distances - you will be causing your abs and your back to tighten and strengthen, and what's more, it will never be one of those things that is "too difficult" for you to bring yourself to do it!

Of course (on top of this "easy" way of targeting your core as a byproduct of other activity), it is also possible for you to target your core on purpose with exercises that focus specifically on your core, such as crunches and sit-ups; in addition to these exercises that are intended for your core, you can also engage in pushups and pull-ups, as these will strengthen your core as well!

And actually, one of the easiest ways of all to strengthen your core is by simply tightening it throughout the day; as you drive, as you sit in your chair at work, and as you do just about anything else, you can tighten up your abs, and will eventually begin to see some serious results!

The more you focus on your core, the more you will be able to improve your core - and the more you improve your core, the more you will be able to enjoy the good looks and the health benefits that come as a result!

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